Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Chicago, IL office.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing plaintiff personal injury law firm in Chicago. They handle a wide range of personal injury cases and are committed to providing exceptional representation to their clients.

Job Description

• Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury matters from pre-litigation through trial.
• Work closely with partners and other attorneys on case strategy and litigation.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and settlement demands.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and court proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance companies.
• Maintain strong organizational skills to handle a high-volume caseload.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in personal injury law.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (must have active bar admission).
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent client communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a high caseload.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Competitive base salary ($65K-$70K) with additional fee-splitting for originated business.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative setting.
• Hands-on trial and litigation experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Chance to grow within a respected and expanding firm.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, writing sample, and two professional references.