Hybrid WC Defense Attorney — Independent Impact

Orion Placement; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

CLE opportunities

Bonuses

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Bloomington-Normal, IL is seeking a workers’ compensation litigation attorney with at least 2 years of experience to join our defense team. You will independently manage cases, represent employers and insurers in hearings, depositions, and trials, and develop litigation strategies.

We offer meaningful litigation opportunities, a flexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home opportunities after onboarding, mentorship from seasoned attorneys, strong support from paralegals,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of workers’ compensation litigation experience.
• Experience managing litigation matters, including hearings, depositions, and case preparation.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Willingness to attend in-person proceedings and meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage workers’ compensation defense cases from initial investigation through resolution.
• Represent employers and insurers in hearings, depositions, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Develop litigation strategies, analyze medical evidence, and negotiate favorable settlements.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, case evaluations, and other legal documents.
• Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and practical legal guidance.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues on complex cases while developing your own practice.

Skills

Workers' comp litigation

Litigation management

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Job description

Confidential Employer in Bloomington-Normal, IL is seeking a workers’ compensation litigation attorney with at least 2 years of experience to join our defense team. You will independently manage cases, represent employers and insurers in hearings, depositions, and trials, and develop litigation strategies.

We offer meaningful litigation opportunities, a flexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home opportunities after onboarding, mentorship from seasoned attorneys, strong support from paralegals,