Workers’ Compensation Defense Associate Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k)

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Chicago seeks an attorney to manage a workers' compensation defense caseload, develop defense strategies, and collaborate with colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of workers' compensation defense experience and active Illinois Bar admission, with Indiana or Wisconsin Bar admission a plus. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Bar admission required.
• At least 2 years of workers' compensation defense experience.
• Experience with related personal injury matters preferred.
• Strong research, writing, analytical and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to independently manage matters and work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, develop effective defense strategies, and work collaboratively with colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Handle workers' compensation defense cases from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Evaluate claims, assess potential exposure, and develop appropriate defense strategies.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, claims professionals, and other relevant parties.
• Manage case deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and meet billing expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide effective legal representation and client service.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Case management

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Client relationships

Education

Illinois Bar admission

Indiana/Wisconsin Bar admission a plus

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• This opportunity is suited to an attorney who can manage a caseload, develop effective defense strategies, and work collaboratively with colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Handle workers' compensation defense cases from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Evaluate claims, assess potential exposure, and develop appropriate defense strategies.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, claims professionals, and other relevant parties.
• Manage case deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and meet billing expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide effective legal representation and client service.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in workers' compensation defense, including experience handling claims and related personal injury matters.
• Active admission to the Illinois Bar required.
• Experience with related personal injury matters preferred.Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to independently manage assigned matters and work effectively within a team.
• Indiana or Wisconsin Bar admission is a plus.

Compensation And Benefits

• Annual salary of $90,000-$120,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pet insurance and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eligibility for performance bonuses, including billable-hour and origination bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and practice growth.

Billable Requirement

The position carries an annual requirement of 2,000 billable hours.