Attorney

Central States Funds/TeamCare; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work-from-home schedule

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan with company-m…

Paid vacation and PTO days

Health care and FSAs

Lunch stipend for onsite café

Job summary

Central States Funds/TeamCare is seeking an attorney to support employee benefit plans, ERISA compliance, and trust administration. You will perform legal research, draft documents, and advise internal departments on regulatory matters under supervision of senior attorneys.

The role offers opportunities in federal litigation, regulatory interpretation, and collaboration across departments, with a path for a recent law graduate or early-career attorney to develop expertise in employee benefits

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Illinois, or eligible to obtain licensure after hire.
• ERISA-related litigation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Funds in federal litigation, including contributions, benefits, withdrawal liability, bankruptcy, and ERISA-related matters.
• Conduct all phases of litigation: pre-litigation negotiations, discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal opinions, and other legal documents with clarity and precision.
• Handle post-judgment collection matters and settlement negotiations.
• Provide advice and legal guidance to Fund personnel on administrative, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Assist in interpreting and applying ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal trends, case law, and regulations affecting the Funds.
• Help maintain legal records and assist with document management and regulatory filings.
• Participate in special projects and perform other legal duties as assigned.
• Support the preparation of materials for Board of Trustees meetings and committee meetings.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Illinois bar license

Job description

Who We Are

Established Over 70 Years Ago, We Are Two Of The Largest Taft-Hartley Trust Funds In The United States. With Over $50 Billion In Assets And $7 Billion In Benefits Paid Each Year, We Provide Critical Health Insurance And Lifetime Retirement Benefit Services To Nearly One Million Teamster Participants And Family Members. At Central States/TeamCare We Jointly Administer Two Trusted Organizations:

TeamCare, a Central States Health Plan

Central States Southeast and Southwest Areas Health and Welfare Fund was founded in 1950 and was one of the first non-profit labor health funds in the United States. Since 2014, the Fund has done business under the tradename TeamCare. Today TeamCare covers the lives of 550,000 members, from 1,100 different employers, making it the largest labor healthcare fund in the

Company Overview

Who We Are

Established Over 70 Years Ago, We Are Two Of The Largest Taft-Hartley Trust Funds In The United States. With Over $50 Billion In Assets And $7 Billion In Benefits Paid Each Year, We Provide Critical Health Insurance And Lifetime Retirement Benefit Services To Nearly One Million Teamster Participants And Family Members. At Central States/TeamCare We Jointly Administer Two Trusted Organizations:

Position Summary

We are seeking an attorney to assist the Funds with matters involving employee benefit plans, regulatory compliance, trust administration, and general legal services. Working under the guidance of senior attorneys, this position conducts legal research, drafts legal documents, analyzes regulatory requirements, and provides day-to-day legal support to internal departments. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a recent law school graduate or early-career attorney to develop expertise in employee benefits law, ERISA, and multiemployer benefit plan administration.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the Funds in federal litigation, including contributions, benefits, withdrawal liability, bankruptcy, and ERISA-related matters.
• Conduct all phases of litigation: pre-litigation negotiations, discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal opinions, and other legal documents with clarity and precision.
• Handle post-judgment collection matters and settlement negotiations.
• Provide advice and legal guidance to Fund personnel on administrative, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Assist in interpreting and applying ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal trends, case law, and regulations which would impact the Funds. Collaborate with internal departments to provide practical legal guidance on operational and compliance matters.
• Help maintain legal records and assist with document management and regulatory filings.
• Participate in special projects and perform other legal duties as assigned.
• Support the preparation of materials for Board of Trustees meetings and committee meetings.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of Illinois, or eligibility to obtain licensure within a reasonable period after hire.
• Zero to three years of legal experience, including judicial clerkships, internships, or law firm experience; ERISA-related litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and professional ethics.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or internship experience in employee benefits, labor law, healthcare law, administrative law, or litigation.
• Familiarity with ERISA or employee benefit plans through academic or professional experience.
• Experience in federal court proceedings, including trials and appeals.
• Experience reviewing contracts or drafting legal documents.
• Judicial clerkship, law review, or moot court experience.
• Academic success and honors.

Annual Salary Range

$120,000-$145,000 ( The posted range of pay represents the anticipated pay scale for this position. Final pay will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including, but not limited to, skills, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and organizational needs.)

Benefits

We’re Proud To Offer One Of The Most Competitive Total Rewards Packages In The Nonprofit And Benefits Administration Sectors, Including:

• 100% company-paid family insurance benefits including health, dental, RX & vision (comprehensive coverage with low deductibles)
• 100% company-funded pension plan (at no cost to the employee)
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation and PTO days
• Flexible start times & hybrid work-from-home schedule
• Lunch stipend for onsite café
• Tuition reimbursement
• Please note that, though uncommon, the benefits described above are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.