Personal Injury Attorney, Illinois

Overview

This fully remote role supports injured clients from first call through final resolution in Personal Injury matters. Responsibilities include case evaluation, legal representation, strategy development, client communication, and case management, while upholding professional ethics and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Case Evaluation: Review and assess the merits of clients’ Personal Injury claims by analyzing records, documents, and evidence to determine liability and potential value
• Legal Representation: Represent clients in Personal Injury matters, including filing claims, gathering evidence, preparing demand letters, negotiating potential settlements, and advocating for clients
• Legal Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to protect clients’ rights and interests; conduct legal research, analyze medical records, gather evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies to achieve favorable settlements
• Client Communication: Maintain consistent communication with clients by providing updates, explaining legal processes, and advising them on rights and options
• Medical and Vocational Assessment: Collaborate with medical and vocational experts to evaluate injuries, their impact on clients’ ability to work, and appropriate future treatment requirements
• Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, coordinate with medical providers and experts, and oversee related legal and administrative tasks
• Ethical Standards: Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Illinois Bar
• 5–10 years of experience in Personal Injury law
• Must be located in or near the State of Illinois
• Strong communication, negotiation, research, and writing skills
• Ability to manage a robust caseload independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Illinois laws, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speed

Preferred Qualifications

• Active admission to one or more Illinois Federal Court districts
• Experience in a fast-growing or high-volume environment
• Comfort with ambiguity and evolving systems
• Background in legal, professional services, or client-centric organizations

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $115,000 to $150,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Bonus: Eligible for performance-based bonus
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; HSA; life insurance; disability coverage; paid time off; parental leave

Location

Fully remote role; must be located in or near the State of Illinois.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law.