Personal Injury Lawyer (Entry Level)

Overview

A growing law firm is seeking a skilled and successful Personal Injury Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will manage personal injury case files from start to finish, possess excellent credentials, and have a passion for helping clients obtain justice and compensation. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of successful personal injury litigation and trial experience and be capable of handling a high-volume caseload.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at hearings, trials, mediations, depositions, and litigation
• Interview clients, witnesses, expert witnesses, insurance adjusters, and medical providers to gather information
• Draft, review, and modify demand letters, pleadings, claims, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, memorandums, and other legal documents
• Investigate potential personal injury claims and provide legal advice to prospective clients
• Collect insurance policies, medical expenses, medical records, and other relevant evidence
• Conduct legal research on case law and premises liability

Success Milestones (First 6–12 Months)

• Pass the bar exam and become licensed within the first six months
• Begin managing an independent caseload with support from experienced attorneys and staff
• Develop strong client communication skills and confidently handle case strategy discussions
• Negotiate with insurance adjusters and draft pleadings and motions
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Become proficient with technology tools including case management systems and AI-powered legal tools

By the end of the first year, the attorney will independently manage a growing docket of personal injury cases, evaluate liability and damages, take ownership of case progression, and collaborate effectively with paralegals, case managers, and other attorneys.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Eligible to sit for the July 2026 bar examination
• Eligible for admission to practice law in Illinois upon passing the bar
• Membership in the State Bar Association and state license to practice law mandatory
• Minimum of 3 years of successful personal injury litigation and trial experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, research, and communication skills
• Proficiency with computers and comfort using technology, AI tools, and case management software
• Knowledge of personal injury law, tort law, medical terminology, wrongful death, civil and family law, and medical malpractice
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to client service and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, clerkship, externship, or law clinic experience involving litigation, personal injury, insurance defense, or civil litigation
• Experience appearing in court under a student practice license
• Participation in mock trial, trial advocacy, moot court, or law review
• Bilingual abilities (English and Spanish) are a plus
• Business mindset with a desire to build a long-term career in plaintiff-side litigation
• Competitive, self-motivated, and eager to learn from experienced trial lawyers
• Interest in using technology, automation, and AI to improve legal services and client outcomes
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and ownership of projects

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $80,000 plus bonuses
• Dedicated paralegal support

Location

• Position requires eligibility to practice law in Illinois