Medical Malpractice Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (HDHP/HSA or PPO)

Telehealth program

Mail order prescriptions and maternity

Dental and vision insurance

HSA and FSA programs

Dependent Care FSA

Disability insurance (short & long‑ten

Life insurance options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Vacation/PTO

401k plan

Commuter/ transportation benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search presents a litigation attorney opportunity in Chicago, IL, focusing on a medical malpractice group. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of licensed litigation experience and contributes to a dynamic team delivering high-quality legal services.

Responsibilities include managing cases end-to-end, drafting motions, taking depositions, and supporting trial proceedings while maintaining client relationships and pursuing new opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of licensed litigation experience.
• Trial and appellate experience preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases from inception to resolution.
• Draft critical motions and develop written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in court proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and pursue new opportunities.

Skills

Case management

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Medical malpractice exposure

Client relationships

Telehealth program awareness

Insurance knowledge

Team collaboration

EAP familiarity

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their medical malpractice group in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will contribute to a dynamic team, focusing on high-quality legal services and efficient problem-solving.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception to resolution.
• Draft critical motions and develop written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in court proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and pursue new opportunities.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of licensed litigation experience.
• Trial and appellate experience preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law.

Skills

• Strong case management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Medical insurance with HDHP and HSA or PPO options.
• 24/7 telehealth program and nurse line.
• Mail order prescriptions and maternity care program.
• Dental and vision insurance with virtual visits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Life insurance benefits, including basic and voluntary options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Vacation/PTO and sick time allowances.
• 401k plan.
• Qualified transportation benefits.

This is a trial firm with cases tried to verdict in thirty-five states, earning the firm national recognition. The firm has six offices throughout the midwest, including St. Louis, Chicago, and three other cities in Illinois. The firm also has a strong presence in Indiana. Practice areas cover a wide array of subjects including family law, entertainment, asbestos litigation, class action defense, construction, environmental law, professional liability, insurance, professional malpractice, and more. The firm has been operating for nearly 25 years, valuing diversity in its recruitment.

This opportunity is being presented by BCG Attorney Search, a legal recruiting firm focused exclusively on placing attorneys in permanent positions with law firms.