Workers' Comp Defense Associate Attorney - Active Docket

We Are Legal Revolution; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid maternity leave

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution, a confidential Chicago-based law firm, seeks an Associate Attorney for its workers' compensation defense practice. This role requires stepping into an active docket, defending employers and insurers, and fostering long-term client relationships.

The position is on-site in Chicago with an initial in-office ramp-up. A JD from an accredited school and Illinois bar admission are required, along with at least 3 years in workers' compensation defense.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Illinois bar admission or willingness and ability to become licensed promptly.
• At least 3 years of workers' compensation defense experience representing employers and/or insurers.
• Ability to start primarily on-site in Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers and insurers in workers' compensation claims from intake through resolution.
• Manage an active litigation docket, including strategy, case evaluation, and ongoing client reporting.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Prepare witnesses and evidence and handle appearances and hearings as required.
• Take and defend depositions and negotiate settlements to resolve claims efficiently.

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

We Are Legal Revolution, a confidential Chicago-based law firm, seeks an Associate Attorney for its workers' compensation defense practice. This role requires stepping into an active docket, defending employers and insurers, and fostering long-term client relationships.

The position is on-site in Chicago with an initial in-office ramp-up. A JD from an accredited school and Illinois bar admission are required, along with at least 3 years in workers' compensation defense.