Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

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.

With offices in Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, West Palm Beach, Phoenix, Tampa, Miami, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Lexington, Fort Lauderdale, Virgin Islands, San Juan, Chicago and Pensacola, this prestigious full service law firm serves the areas of estate planning, immigration, mergers & acquisitions, corporate structure, title insurance defence, probate litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property, land use, asset protection, real estate litigation and bankruptcy. They make sure their clients get nothing but the best service and representation.