Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney- 3697870

AMS Staffing Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid/flexible work

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Disability insurance

Paralegal and support staff

Résumé du poste

AMS Staffing Inc. is seeking experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorneys to join its Chicago and St. Louis teams. The firm offers a path for partnership, meaningful litigation, and flexible work arrangements with onboarding in the office.

You will independently manage cases while collaborating with partners, mentors, and support staff in a growing defense practice that represents employers, insurers, and third-party administrators.

Qualifications

• Active license in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Workers' Compensation Defense litigation experience preferred.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
• Experience handling depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.

Responsabilités

• Manage workers' compensation defense matters from intake through resolution.
• Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Appear before applicable Workers' Compensation Commissions and courts in Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, litigation reports, IME correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with partners on litigation strategies, investigations, and complex legal issues.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and accurate billable time records.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategies, and outcomes.

Connaissances

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Caseload management

Travel willingness

Formation

J.D. from an accredited law school

Outils

Billing software

Case management software

Description du poste

Job Title: Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorney

Location: Chicago, IL 60603| St. Louis, MO 63101

Salary/Payrate: $90K–$110K annually, negotiable based on experience. Additional compensation consideration for Partner-level candidates.

Work Environment: Hybrid/Flexible/Remote – Initial onboarding and training in office. Chicago requires in-person attendance initially; St. Louis may offer remote flexibility. Final arrangements based on experience, location, and firm expectations.

Term: Permanent / Full-Time

Bachelor's Degree Required: J.D. from an accredited law school

Job Description

A well-established, growing litigation defense law firm is seeking experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation Attorneys to join its teams in Chicago, and St. Louis, MO.

This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking a long-term professional home with meaningful litigation experience, collaborative leadership, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for advancement, including partnership.

The firm represents employers, insurance companies, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation defense matters and offers attorneys the opportunity to independently manage cases while benefiting from experienced partners, mentorship, and dedicated legal support staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage workers' compensation defense matters from initial intake through resolution.


• Represent employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators.


• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.


• Appear before applicable Workers' Compensation Commissions and courts in Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.


• Conduct direct and cross-examinations of medical experts and other witnesses.


• Draft pleadings, briefs, litigation reports, IME correspondence, and other legal documents.


• Collaborate with partners on litigation strategies, investigations, and complex legal issues.


• Maintain organized electronic case files and accurate billable time records.


• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategies, and outcomes.


• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.


• Active license in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.


• Workers' Compensation Defense litigation experience preferred.


• Plaintiff-side Workers' Compensation attorneys will also be considered.


• Experience handling depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.


• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.


• Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines.


• Experience with legal billing and case management software.


• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.


• Willingness to travel for hearings, depositions, and client meetings.


• Portable book of business welcomed but not required.


• Competitive base salary of $90,000–$110,000, negotiable.


• Semiannual bonus opportunities.


• Partner-track and long-term career advancement opportunities.


• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements following onboarding.


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• 401(k).


• Paid time off.


• Paid maternity and paternity leave.


• Disability insurance.


• Dedicated paralegal and legal administrative support.


• Mentorship and professional development.


• Continuing Legal Education opportunities.


• Marketing and business development support.


• Opportunities to speak at industry conferences and publish professional articles.