Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

BCM Law, P.C.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Commuter Benefits

Disability Insurance

Job summary

BCM Law, P.C. is seeking experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense attorneys to join our Chicago, Bloomington-Normal, and St. Louis offices. This role offers mentorship, growth, and a long-term home where partnership is a real expectation.

Founded in 1997, the firm serves employers, insurers, and third-party administrators across Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin, with a collaborative culture and opportunities for professional development. Hybrid/remote flexibility is available after onboarding.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license in Illinois (Missouri for St. Louis); Wisconsin is a plus.
• Experience handling workers’ compensation matters in Illinois, Missouri, or Wisconsin, including depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Comfortable with case management, legal billing, transcription, and legal research software.
• Organized, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers’ compensation caseload from intake through resolution, collaborating with employers and partners on defense strategy.
• Maintain up-to-date and organized case files using electronic case management software.
• Maintain regular and accurate accounting of billable time.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through accessibility and timely updates.
• Appear for pre-trials, trials, and appeals before relevant workers’ compensation commissions and civil/appellate courts.
• Conduct direct and cross-examinations of medical experts and other witnesses in depositions.
• Draft defense litigation reports, pleadings, and related legal documents.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Case management

Time management

Travel readiness

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal billing software

Electronic case management software

Job description

Chicago-headquartered | Offices in Bloomington-Normal and St. Louis | Hybrid/Remote Flexibility Available

BCM Law, P.C. is seeking experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense attorney candidates to join our collaborative and growing Chicago, Bloomington-Normal, and St. Louis offices. This role is ideal for attorneys who are passionate about workers’ compensation defense litigation and who are looking for more than just a new desk and want a long-term professional home where growth, mentorship, and partnership are real expectations.

Founded in 1997, BCM Law, P.C., has built a strong reputation as trusted advocates and advisers for employers, insurance companies, and third-party administrators facing complex legal challenges. Our attorneys bring deep experience across Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin Workers’ Compensation Defense, Civil Litigation Defense, Insurance Law, and Medicare Compliance, with a high level of dedication that extends to both our clients and our teams.

Our partners are widely respected and recognized leaders in the workers’ compensation community, actively engaged with industry organizations and regular speakers at conferences, and our alumni have gone on to serve in leadership roles, including at the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. We serve a wide variety of clients across industries from our three offices in Chicago, Bloomington-Normal, IL, and St. Louis, MO.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing in Illinois (and Missouri for the St. Louis office); admission in Wisconsin is a plus
• Experience handling workers’ compensation matters in Illinois, Missouri, or Wisconsin, including depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Comfortable with case management, legal billing, transcription, and legal research software
• Organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing competing priorities and meeting time-sensitive deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel as needed for hearings, depositions, and client meetings
• Portable book of business welcomed, but not required

Responsibilities

• Manage a workers’ compensation caseload from intake through resolution, with opportunities to collaborate with employers on investigations and with partners on defense strategy, case development, and complex legal issues
• Maintain up-to-date and organized case files through electronic case management software
• Maintain regular and accurate accounting of billable time
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through accessibility, clear communication, and timely case updates and reporting
• Appear regularly for pre-trials, trials, and appeals before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission, Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation, Workers’ Compensation Division of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and applicable civil and appellate courts
• Conduct direct and cross-examinations of medical experts and other witnesses in evidence depositions
• Draft initial defense litigation reports, pleadings, independent medical examination letters, claim review reports, briefs, and other legal documents

Why BCM Law, P.C.?

We hire with the full expectation that you will build your career here. We welcome you to review our Firm website, where you will see the long-term history of many of our attorneys. Our approach is intentionally supportive and transparent, with a collaborative, team-oriented culture, approachable and hands-on partners, and assigned mentors who are actively invested in your development and long-term success, all while recognizing the importance of a healthy work-life balance.

In addition, the Firm offers:

• Competitive compensation with annual reviews, bonus opportunities, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package
• A full-service law firm with dedicated support from assigned Paralegals and Legal Assistants, Human Resources, Accounting, and Legal Office Administration
• Modern legal technology with available technical support
• A dedicated Director of Marketing & Business Development to help you market and grow your practice
• Opportunities to present at industry seminars and publish articles for clients to expand your professional profile
• Regular firm-sponsored Continuing Legal Education presentations for attorney credits
• Social activities throughout the year

If you are interested in workers’ compensation defense practice with immediate opportunities to litigate in court settings and are looking for a firm where your voice matters, you are given independence to maintain a healthy work-life balance, your professional growth is prioritized, and your long-term success is a shared goal, we would love to start the conversation.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

The preliminary salary range is $80,000–$110,000, negotiable and commensurate with years licensed, demonstrated workers’ compensation defense litigation skills, and trial experience, with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses.

Final compensation will be determined based on individual background, directly transferable skills, and overall fit, with additional compensation and market-competitive consideration for Partner-level candidates.

The Attorney will initially work in-office at our Chicago, Bloomington-Normal, or St. Louis office and may transition to a hybrid/remote work arrangement following completion of initial onboarding and requisite training and demonstrated adoption of the firm’s practices and expectations.

Featured Benefits

Medical Insurance | Vision Insurance | Dental Insurance | 401(k) | Paid Maternity Leave | Paid Paternity Leave | Commuter Benefits | Disability Insurance