Personal Injury Trial Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Chicago, IL to join a growing practice focused on catastrophic motor vehicle accident cases. The attorney will manage the case from discovery through trial, representing plaintiffs with significant trial exposure.

The role emphasizes high-volume litigation management, strong writing and oral advocacy, and dedication to long-term career development within a premier firm.

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Illinois.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases.
• Trial experience is required.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day litigation cases.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and motions.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses, including drafting reports and affidavits.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances.

Skills

Litigation

Trial experience

Client management

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Personal Injury Trial Attorney in Chicago, Illinois to join its expanding practice. The attorney will primarily manage catastrophic motor vehicle accident cases in litigation, representing plaintiffs. This role offers a unique opportunity to handle a high-value caseload with significant trial exposure.

Duties

• Manage day-to-day litigation cases.
• Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and motions.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses, including drafting reports and affidavits.
• Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances.

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Illinois.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases.
• Trial experience required.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong litigation and trial skills.
• Effective communication and client management.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.