Associate Attorney, Personal Injury Defense (IL)

Litchfield Cavo LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Cavo LLP in Chicago seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–3 years of personal injury defense experience. Illinois licensure is required; Indiana admission is a plus. Candidates will handle a variety of nationwide personal injury matters for a forward-thinking firm and must submit a writing sample with the resume to be considered.

The firm offers a competitive compensation plan and a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice Illinois courts.
• 2–3 years of personal injury defense experience.
• Admission to Indiana jurisdictions is a plus.
• Submission of writing sample with resume is required.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and status report correspondence.
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Litchfield Cavo LLP in Chicago seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–3 years of personal injury defense experience. Illinois licensure is required; Indiana admission is a plus. Candidates will handle a variety of nationwide personal injury matters for a forward-thinking firm and must submit a writing sample with the resume to be considered.

The firm offers a competitive compensation plan and a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.