Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

JHM Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Training budget

Laptop replacement

Job summary

JHM Partners in Chicago seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to own personal injury cases from inception to resolution, handling high-value matters with autonomy over caseload.

You will drive case strategy, draft filings, negotiate settlements, and serve as First Chair in civil trials, while coordinating with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing in the relevant state.
• 3+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, legal procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to manage cases independently from start to finish.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated success in achieving favorable case outcomes.
• Experience drafting legal briefs and providing strategic legal advice.
• Ability to collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload across all phases of personal injury litigation.
• Conduct detailed case investigations to establish liability and assess damages.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Handle law and motion practice, including opposing motions for summary judgment.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
• Provide consistent, high-quality client communication and case updates.
• Serve as First Chair in civil jury trials.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Litigation management

Negotiation

Written communication

Oral advocacy

Case strategy

Attention to detail

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Active law license

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Litigation Attorney to take full ownership of personal injury cases from inception through resolution. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value matters while advocating for clients during some of the most critical moments in their lives. You will play a key role in case strategy, litigation execution, and client outcomes—working closely with a collaborative team while maintaining autonomy over your caseload. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional legal representation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload across all phases of personal injury litigation.
• Conduct detailed case investigations to establish liability and assess damages.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Handle law and motion practice, including opposing motions for summary judgment.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel.
• Provide consistent, high-quality client communication and case updates.
• Serve as First Chair in civil jury trials.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing in the relevant state.
• 3+ years of plaintiff personal injury litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, legal procedures, and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage cases independently from start to finish.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated success in achieving favorable case outcomes.
• Experience drafting legal briefs and providing strategic legal advice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• 12 paid holidays annually.
• 10 days of paid vacation annually.
• 6 days of sick leave annually.
• Medical insurance.
• 401(k) with 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match.
• Training and continuing education budget.
• Regular team events and firm-sponsored activities.
• Laptop replacement every 3 years (with ownership after replacement cycle).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.