Ltiigation Associate Attorney - (Workers Compensation)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Leave programs

Job summary

Beacon Hill is a well-established litigation firm in Chicago seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney with 0-5 years of experience to develop hands-on litigation skills and independently manage files. The role emphasizes collaboration with insurance clients and a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include handling cases from assignment to closure, drafting pleadings and discovery, taking and defending depositions, and meeting the 1800 billable hour target while

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from 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 assignment through closure.
• Review files and analyze claims, defenses, and strategies.
• Represent insurers and policyholders in workers' compensation matters.
• Provide counsel in proceedings, arbitrations, trials, and appeals.
• Communicate with clients and provide case status updates.
• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, and hearings.
• Take and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Assist with expert witness retention and trial preparation.
• Meet a 1800 billable hour annual target.
• Travel as needed for hearings and depositions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Illinois Bar Admission

Job description

A well-established litigation firm is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 0-5 years of experience who is interested in developing hands-on litigation skills, managing files independently, and working closely with insurance clients and policyholders in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

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.

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.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position starts at $70,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.

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