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Chicago, IL, United States

Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A prominent law firm is seeking a dedicated Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney to join their dynamic legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in the defense of workers' compensation claims, providing comprehensive legal representation to a diverse range of clients. If you have over 2 years of experience in workers' compensation defense and are licensed to practice law in Illinois, this could be an exciting opportunity to elevate your legal career.

Duties:

• Represent insurance companies, employers, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation defense matters.
• Provide legal counsel during mediations, arbitrations, trials, and appeals.
• Draft and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Conduct thorough legal research and develop robust defense strategies for cases.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Defend depositions of witnesses, including experts, and present motions for summary judgments.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (additional Indiana licensure is a plus).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in workers' compensation defense.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues and draft effective legal arguments.
• Experience attending court hearings and taking depositions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Illinois State Bar (dual licensure with Indiana preferred).

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice in the State of Illinois.
• Additional certifications or licensure in Indiana is a significant advantage.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Expertise in legal research and case strategy development.
• Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

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