Illinois Licensed Attorney (Remote, IL)

GOLDFEIN & ASSOCIATES, P.C.•Chicago, IL

3d•$90,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

Our nationwide law firm specializes in solving problems faced by entities that own or hold security interests in motor vehicles and other assets, e.g., banks, finance companies, and fleet companies. Due to the volume of cases sent to us by our clients, we are growing rapidly and looking to expand our team. We are seeking an Illinois Licensed Attorney who is a self-starter with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing high volume caseloads, and able to handle deadlines in a timely manner. Competency in the use of and ability to learn job related technologies such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; internet browsers; and case management software is required. Strong negotiation skills are needed to resolve impound lien disputes with repair shops, tow yards, and government agencies as well as to resolve property damage claims with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel. Litigation skills are necessary for when negotiations fail; to engage in ADR (e.g., arbitration) or when necessary, commence litigation and handle all aspects of the lawsuit. The role involves timely review of new assignments: analyze, interpret, and evaluate all avenues to resolve cases for clients with legal/financial interest in high dollar value assets. Communication directly with interested parties, including but not limited to, insurance adjusters, insurance claims supervisors, attorneys, body shops, tow yards, and clients by phone and through written correspondence is essential. The attorney will negotiate and settle claims within discretionary authority; obtain necessary documents and releases from clients and confirm settlement satisfaction. All activity must be fully documented on the appropriate computer system(s), including recording all contacts, investigations, negotiations, and documentary evidence. Adherence to the Rules of Professional Conduct is mandatory.

Requirements

Illinois Licensed Attorney
Self-starter with meticulous attention to detail
Competency in the use of and ability to learn job related technologies such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; internet browsers; and case management software.
Strong negotiation skills
Litigation skills

Responsibilities

Review new assignments: analyze, interpret, and evaluate all avenues to resolve cases for clients with legal/financial interest in high dollar value assets.
Communicate directly with interested parties, including but not limited to, insurance adjusters, insurance claims supervisors, attorneys, body shops, tow yards, and clients by phone and through written correspondence.
Negotiate and settle claims within discretionary authority; obtain necessary documents and releases from clients and confirm settlement satisfaction.
Fully document all activity on the appropriate computer system(s); this includes recording all contacts, investigations, negotiations, and documentary evidence.
Adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Manage high volume caseloads and handle deadlines in a timely manner.
Resolve impound lien disputes with repair shops, tow yards, and government agencies.
Resolve property damage claims with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel.
Engage in ADR (e.g., arbitration) or commence litigation and handle all aspects of the lawsuit when negotiations fail.