Attorney – Personal Injury

Role Overview

• Manage a personal injury caseload of 50+ active matters from intake through settlement or trial
• Conduct and defend depositions (parties, witnesses, treating physicians, and experts)
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Draft and argue motions in court, including dispositive and discovery-related motions
• Appear regularly in court for hearings, status conferences, and motion practice
• Serve as first or second chair at trial, as appropriate
• Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff to ensure deadlines and case strategy are met
• Maintain strong client communication and provide strategic guidance throughout the life of each case

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Illinois bar license in good standing
• 3+ years of personal injury litigation experience, preferably on the plaintiff side
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Depositions
• Mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Drafting and arguing motions in court
• Trial experience (first or second chair)
• Courtroom appearances
• Proven ability to manage an independent caseload of 50+ cases
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Benefits

• Professional growth
• Meaningful client impact
• Consistent courtroom exposure
• Autonomy in managing cases
• Support in a collaborative environment