Work Comp Attorney

Evans & Dixon, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account and/or Flexible

Life, AD&D, Specified Critical Illness

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Maternity Leave

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holid

Job summary

Evans & Dixon, LLC in Illinois seeks an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney for Chicago and Joliet offices. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of experience and will be mentored by senior attorneys while expanding their own caseload.

You will conduct substantive legal research, learn different aspects of workers' compensation, appear at pre-trials, case management conferences, and arbitration hearings, with paid on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in the legal field.
• Working knowledge of Worker's Compensation law and hearings.
• Strong analytical, communication and people skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and juggle multiple deadlines.
• Excellent negotiation, written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn different aspects of workers' compensation and perform substantive legal research.
• Appear for pre-trials, case management conferences, and arbitration hearings and appeals.
• Build and manage your own caseload with mentorship from senior attorneys.
• Work toward becoming part of our multistate firm with a small office camaraderie.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

People skills

Multitasking

Education

ABA-accredited law degree

Active Illinois or Indiana license to practice law

Job description

Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add an experienced Illinois Worker's Compensation attorney in our Chicago and Joliet offices. We are seeking an attorney with 3 to 5+ years of experience to join our growing Worker's Compensation practice; you will have the opportunity to work with and be mentored by highly experienced Workers' Compensation Attorneys. You will learn different aspects of workers' compensation, perform substantive legal research, hone medical knowledge to assist in litigation, appear for pre-trials, case management conferences, and work towards building your own case load. You will have paid on the job training in handling a case, case management, courtroom appearances, and even arbitration hearings and appeals within the Court system. Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. An ideal candidate will be someone committed to working hard toward building a career and becoming part of our multistate 110+ attorney firm while embracing our small office mentality of congeniality among colleagues.

What We're Looking For

• Three to five plus years of experience in the legal field
• Basic and/or working knowledge of Worker's Compensation law and hearings
• Strong analytical, communication and people skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and juggle multiple deadlines
• Excellent negotiation, written and oral communication skills

Education And Qualifications

• A law degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Actively licensed in Illinois or Indiana, or the ability to become licensed to practice in Illinois or Indiana

About Us

Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account and/or Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, Specified Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Salary: $90000 - $190000 per year