Job Description

Successful Midwestern law firm is seeking an Attorney to handle defending workers’ compensation and general liability claims in our Springfield, IL office.

Job functions include handling general liability cases, litigating workers’ compensation cases through all phases on behalf of employers and insurers, management of individual caseload, drafting pleadings and conducting legal research as needed, negotiations for settlement, and attending hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and other proceedings.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• J.D. and license in Illinois required.
• Interest in handling and defending workers’ compensation claims preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology.

Additional Information

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.