Fully Remote Workers' Comp Defense Attorney | Partner

We Are Legal Revolution; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid maternity leave

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Chicago-based workers' compensation defense practice. This fully remote role focuses on defending employers and insurers in workers' compensation matters, with an opportunity for partner track for a strong candidate.

The ideal attorney handles an active docket, builds long-term client relationships, and can ramp up quickly in a structured onboarding program.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Illinois bar admission, or willingness and ability to become licensed promptly.
• At least 3 years of workers' compensation defense experience representing employers and/or insurers.
• Ability to start remotely in Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers and insurers in workers' compensation claims from intake through resolution.
• Manage an active litigation docket, including strategy, case evaluation, and ongoing client reporting.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Prepare witnesses and evidence and handle appearances and hearings as required.
• Take and defend depositions and negotiate settlements to resolve claims efficiently.

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Chicago-based workers' compensation defense practice. This fully remote role focuses on defending employers and insurers in workers' compensation matters, with an opportunity for partner track for a strong candidate.

The ideal attorney handles an active docket, builds long-term client relationships, and can ramp up quickly in a structured onboarding program.