Employer-Side Workers' Comp Defense Attorney | Hybrid

Orion Placement; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Chicago seeks an associate attorney to defend workers' compensation claims and help advance efficient resolutions. The role emphasizes case strategy, advocacy, and direct client communication in a focused employer-side defense practice.

The ideal candidate holds an active Illinois license with 2+ years as an associate and at least 1 year in workers' compensation law, plus a readiness for a hybrid schedule and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois law license is required.
• 2+ years of experience as an associate attorney.
• 1+ year of workers' compensation law experience required.
• Ability to meet Chicago hybrid schedule and travel needs.
• Workers' compensation defense and billing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend workers' compensation claims and develop strategies for resolution.
• Evaluate case records, research issues, prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, and settlement discussions.
• Keep clients informed about case developments and options.
• Collaborate with attorneys while managing deadlines, case documentation, and time.

Skills

Active Illinois law license

2+ years associate attorney experience

1+ year workers' compensation law

Hybrid schedule readiness

Billing experience (workers' comp)

Job description

Confidential Employer in Chicago seeks an associate attorney to defend workers' compensation claims and help advance efficient resolutions. The role emphasizes case strategy, advocacy, and direct client communication in a focused employer-side defense practice.

The ideal candidate holds an active Illinois license with 2+ years as an associate and at least 1 year in workers' compensation law, plus a readiness for a hybrid schedule and travel as needed.