Attorney--Workers Compensation

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Chicago seeks a dedicated attorney to grow a high-volume workers’ compensation practice. The successful candidate will represent injured workers and appear at IWCC hearings, depositions, and arbitrations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with paralegals and support staff to efficiently manage claims while delivering strong advocacy. Requirements include a JD from an accredited school and an active Illinois bar license.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois bar license required.
• Workers’ compensation experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume practice.
• Client‑focused and detail‑oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in workers’ compensation matters throughout Illinois.
• Appear before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission for hearings, conferences, and arbitrations.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal submissions.
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Manage an active caseload with support from legal assistants and paralegals.

Skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Client-focused

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Illinois bar license

Job description

Grow Your Litigation Skills in a High-Volume Workers’ Comp Practice

Salary: $110,000 - $170,000 per year

Job host: Ben Farquhar

A bit about us:

This Chicago-based plaintiffs’ law firm has a long-standing focus on representing injured and disabled workers throughout Illinois. The practice is dedicated to handling workers’ compensation matters before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission and related forums, with a high-volume caseload and a team-based approach. Attorneys work closely with paralegals and support staff to manage claims efficiently while maintaining strong advocacy throughout the litigation process.

Why join us:

This role offers the opportunity to join an established workers’ compensation practice with steady case flow and consistent courtroom exposure. Attorneys gain hands‑on experience at all stages of workers’ compensation claims, including hearings, depositions, and case resolution. The environment is fast‑paced and well suited for attorneys who want meaningful responsibility, practical litigation experience, and the ability to further develop their workers’ compensation skill set. The position is ideal for attorneys seeking long‑term growth within a plaintiff‑side practice that values efficiency, collaboration, and strong advocacy.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Represent injured workers in workers’ compensation matters throughout Illinois
• Appear before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission for hearings, conferences, and arbitrations
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal submissions
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel
• Manage an active caseload with support from legal assistants and paralegals

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Illinois bar license (required)
• Workers’ compensation experience preferred, but not required
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume practice
• Client‑focused and detail‑oriented approach

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