Associate Attorney (Personal Injury)

Litchfield Cavo LLP•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Litchfield Cavo LLP is seeking a well-rounded and highly motivated Associate Attorney for its Chicago, Illinois office. The attorney will handle a variety of personal injury litigation matters for nationwide clients under the direction of a partner. Candidates must have at least 2–3 years of personal injury defense experience and be licensed to practice in Illinois courts. Nursing home experience is preferred, and admission to Indiana jurisdictions is a plus. A writing sample solely authored by the candidate must be submitted with the resume. The position offers a salary range of $105,000–$120,000, commensurate with experience for an attorney with 2–3 years of experience. The firm provides experienced support staff, current technology, ongoing training, and full-time IT and marketing departments, within a collegial and supportive work environment offering opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of personal injury defense experience.
Licensed to practice in Illinois courts.
Able to work proactively and independently as well as part of a team.
Strong legal research and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organization and prioritization skills.
Ability to move from case to case.
Knowledge of court procedures.
Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to navigate the internet.
Submit a writing sample solely authored by the candidate with the resume.

Nice To Haves

Nursing home experience.
Admission to Indiana jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
Conduct legal research competently and proficiently.
Prepare for and take depositions of parties and experts.
Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and prepare status report correspondence.
Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.
Handle a variety of cases under the direction of a partner.