Entry-Level Workers' Comp Defense Attorney

Beacon Hill; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Leave programs

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Beacon Hill in Chicago seeks a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with 0-5 years of experience to develop hands-on litigation skills, manage files independently, and work closely with insurance clients in a supportive team environment.

You will handle caseloads from assignment to closure, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and participate in hearings and depositions. The role requires strong communication, deadline management, and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar.
• 0-5 years of litigation, workers' compensation, insurance defense, or related experience.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently.
• Interest in building practical litigation experience in a defense-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload from initial assignment through file closure.
• Review files and conduct legal analysis of claims, defenses, and case strategy.
• Represent insurance companies and their policyholders in workers' compensation and related defense matters.
• Provide legal counsel and representation in proceedings, arbitrations, trials, and appeals.
• Communicate regularly with clients and provide timely case status updates.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective defense strategies.
• Attend court appearances, arbitration hearings, and other case-related proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist with expert witness retention, trial preparation, and trial attendance.
• Meet an annual billable hour requirement of 1800 hours.
• Travel as needed for hearings, depositions, and other case-related matters.

Skills

Litigation

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Beacon Hill in Chicago seeks a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with 0-5 years of experience to develop hands-on litigation skills, manage files independently, and work closely with insurance clients in a supportive team environment.

You will handle caseloads from assignment to closure, conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and participate in hearings and depositions. The role requires strong communication, deadline management, and a commitment to professional growth.