Overview
This role is for Medical Malpractice Attorneys in the Chicago office. The employer is a national law firm with offices across all 50 states.
Successful candidates will have a minimum of 2–3 years of experience. Flexible work options may be available, including remote and hybrid opportunities.
Candidates must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
Responsibilities
- Draft correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters, and other legal documents
- Review and analyze documents for relevance and privilege
- Prepare for, attend, and summarize depositions
- Coordinate with witnesses
- Communicate with clients, courts, and other counsel
- Maintain current knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP, and other applicable codes and regulations
- Coordinate and communicate with parties outside the firm, including clients, courts, opposing and co-counsel, vendors, attorneys, secretaries, paralegals, case assistants, managers, and other staff
Qualifications
- Solid written and verbal communication skills and strong command of the English language
- Experience drafting and reviewing legal documents, including preparation for depositions
- Ability to maintain current knowledge of applicable procedural rules and regulations
- Strong coordination and communication skills across multiple stakeholders
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, with eligibility for both discretionary and performance-based bonuses, as well as student loan repayment assistance.
Pay Range: USD $100,000.00 - USD $275,000.00 /Yr.
Base salary ranges (national):
- Associates (approximately 1–6+ years): $100,000–$165,000
- Senior Counsel/Of Counsel (approximately 5 years or more): $140,000–$215,000
- Partners (approximately 7 years or more): $190,000–$275,000+
Actual compensation is tailored to the individual and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, practice area, business generation, work arrangement, and geographic market.
Location
Chicago office (Illinois)