Litigation Attorney

NPAworldwide; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, &

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm

Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Annual Performance Reviews

Job summary

The law firm in Illinois seeks an attorney to handle personal injury litigation for full-time clients. You will meet with clients, discuss cases, and coordinate with insurance companies to manage demands and offers. You will prepare cases for trial and try cases when needed.

The role requires a JD, admission to the Illinois Bar, 3–5 years of PI litigation experience, and strong negotiation and communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; independence and teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois Bar in good standing.
• 3–5 years of Personal Injury litigation experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to work independently.
• Team-oriented and capable of working with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss their case and build trust.
• Update clients and communicate with insurance companies on claims.
• Prepare the case for trial and try the case if needed.
• Evaluate claims and negotiate settlements when appropriate.

Skills

Juris Doctor

PI litigation experience

Negotiation skills

Verbal & written communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team-oriented

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, you will see that clients receive the best care and obtain excellent results. You are expected to meet with clients to discuss their case, show compassion and empathy, and demonstrate an ability to earn their trust, confidence, and respect. You will also update clients and communicate with insurance companies from time to time regarding the status of claims, demands, and offers. In addition, you should be able to prepare the case for trial and try the case if needed.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

• Full-time
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• 3 to 5 years of Personal Injury litigation experience
• Member of the Illinois Bar and in good standing
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Experience in knowing how to evaluate claims, etc.
• Superb negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work independently in an office environment
• Team-oriented

Firm Benefits

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Summary

The law firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

• Competitive Wage
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
• Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Annual Performance Reviews

About The Law Firm

Founded in 2003, the law firm is an NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm that has recovered over $1 billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. They have nearly 100 lawyers and more than 30 offices throughout the Central and southeastern United States with a primary goal to achieve the most favorable outcome for their clients, who have the absolute right to receive the maximum compensation for their damages.