Litigation Attorney - Medical Malpractice

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDHP with HSA or PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Vacation/PTO and Sick Time Allowances

Job summary

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Chicago with 3-5 years of experience. Responsibilities include case management, drafting motions, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates will have trial experience and excellent credentials. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $160,000 and additional incentives like profit-sharing and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Possess overall case management experience, including drafting motions and discovery.
• Trial and appellate experience is valued.
• Excellent academic credentials and presentation skills are required.
• Able to maintain strong client relationships and pursue new opportunities.

Skills

Case management experience

Drafting motions

Trial and appellate experience

Strong client relationship management

Excellent academic credentials

Immaculate presentation skills

Job description

Position

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of licensed experience. The role is located in Chicago and serves our medical malpractice group.

About Us

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is a nationally recognized litigation firm with seven offices and more than 140 attorneys. We provide complex and contested matter resolutions across the country, and we offer candidates real‑world litigation experience, mentorship from top trial attorneys, and an energetic collegial work environment.

Benefits

• HDHP with HSA or PPO Medical Insurance
• 24/7 Telehealth Program and 24/7 Nurse line
• Mail Order Prescriptions
• Maternity Care Program
• Dental Insurance with Virtual Dental Visits
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability Plans (STD/LTD)
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Life/Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation/PTO and Sick Time Allowances
• 401k Plan
• Qualified Transportation Benefits

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will: 

• Possess overall case management experience, including drafting critical motions, developing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in court proceedings.
• Have trial and appellate experience, which is also valued.
• Possess excellent academic credentials and immaculate presentation skills.
• Be able to maintain strong relationships with the firm’s existing client base and pursue new opportunities to expand practice areas.

Compensation

The anticipated salary will range between $110,000 and $160,000, commensurate with the candidate’s background and years of experience. Additional income opportunities include discretionary profit‑sharing contributions (typically annual) and a merit‑based discretionary bonus.