Attorney

BRENNAN BURTKER LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Brennan Burtker LLC in Chicago seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience to handle defense litigation and healthcare matters. The firm seeks proactive trial attorneys who will grow with the practice.

The role covers all stages of litigation, depositions, discovery, pleadings, and trial preparation. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, including health and disability coverage and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Illinois law license required for lateral hires.
• Knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and other applicable codes and regulations
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with medical malpractice litigation a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
• Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• An interest in developing business and expanding our current practice.

Responsibilities

• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting written discovery and research
• Drafting pleadings and motions
• Participating in trial preparation and second chair trial experience is preferred
• Representing clients in court
• Legal and factual analysis, as well as negotiation and advocacy
• Some travel may be required

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Oral advocacy

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Attorney

About Brennan Burtker:

Brennan Burtker LLC is a law firm that provides defense litigation and healthcare consultation services. Our partners are recognized defense litigation attorneys with a deep understanding of healthcare issues. We have a strong trial record in complex medical malpractice cases and serve a diverse client base in the healthcare industry.

Job Description:

Brennan Burtker is seeking to hire lateral attorneys with 2-5 years of experience for Associate Attorney positions. We will also consider a lateral junior partner to service our top client accounts. We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive attorneys who want to be trial attorneys and who will grow professionally with the firm as it continues to expand. The position requires experience in all stages of litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to be part of a growing, dynamic law firm serving the industry’s top healthcare clients and an ever-expanding clientele.

Salary starts at $115,000 to $175,000 , depending on experience level, and excellent fringe benefits include 100% health care and disability coverage for individual employees, 3% of salary deposited into 401(k), and potential for rapid advancement for superior performance.

Qualifications:

• Illinois law license required for lateral hires.
• Knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and other applicable codes and regulations
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with medical malpractice litigation a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
• Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• An interest in developing business and expanding our current practice.

Responsibilities:

• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting written discovery and research
• Drafting pleadings and motions
• Participating in trial preparation and second chair trial experience is preferred
• Representing clients in court
• Legal and factual analysis, as well as negotiation and advocacy
• Some travel may be required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person