Associate Attorney - Workers Compensation Defense

Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation Defense Power & Cronin, Ltd. Oak Brook, IL Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $120,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Legal research Legal case management Bar Time management Full Job Description Well-established west suburban defense firm seeking motivated full-time attorneys to join our expanding practice. Our firm has proudly represented clients across Illinois for over 30 years, with a strong reputation in workers' compensation defense and related litigation matters. We are seeking attorneys to join our team and support our growing workers' compensation defense practice. Experience in additional practice areas is a plus, including labor & employment, corporate law, sports law, and real estate tax law. We are looking for attorneys with 1-3+ years of litigation experience. Prior workers' compensation experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate. The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.

About Us:

Collaborative, business-casual office environment Attorneys are trusted to manage their caseloads with a high degree of independence and professional judgment. Full-time position with eligibility for hybrid/remote work depending on experience level, case familiarity, and practice demands. Meaningful litigation experience, direct client exposure, autonomy in practice management, and manageable caseloads with support staff assistance. Supportive team culture with long-term growth opportunities Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Independent file, case, and client management Appearing before the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission and other adjudicatory bodies as required for status, hearings, trials, or other proceedings Legal research, case strategy development, and analysis Drafting motions, preparing briefs, pleadings, or other litigation related documents. Travel is limited and generally required only for formal Court/IWCC appearances and necessary client engagement.

Requirements:

Licensed attorney in good standing to practice law in the State of Illinois 1-3 years of litigation experience, preferred Workers' compensation experience, preferred Strong organizational, time-management, legal writing, research, and analytical skills Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues, clients, and opposing counsel

Benefits:

Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience•Opportunity for performance-based bonuses or advancement 401(k) Flexible time off Health insurance Life insurance Dental insurance Pre-tax health Flex Spending Account (FSA) Short/Long Term Disability Hybrid work eligibility

Pay:

$85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Oak Brook, IL 60523