Personal Injury Lawyer (Entry Level)

About the role

Our Law Firm Is Seeking a Skilled And Successful Personal Injury Attorney To Join Our Growing Team And Help Our Clients Find Justice And Compensation For Their Injuries.

Responsibilities

• Represent the client at hearings, trials, mediations, depositions, and litigation
• Interview clients, supporting witnesses, expert witnesses, insurance company adjusters, and medical providers to collect information
• Modify, review, and draft 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 accordingly
• Gather insurance policies, medical expenses, medical records, and other evidence relevant to the case and conduct legal research on case law and premises liability

Qualifications

• Excellent negotiation, drafting, research, and communication skills are desired
• Proficiency in computers is vital
• A bachelor’s degree and a J.D. degree is required
• Knowledge of personal injury law/ tort law, medical terminology, wrongful death, civil and family law, and medical malpractice is vital
• Membership in the State Bar Association and a state license to practice law is mandatory
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Sitting for the July 2026 bar examination.
• Educable to practice law in Illinois upon passing the bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable learning and utilizing technology, AI tools, and case management software.
• 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.
• Mock trial, trial advocacy, moot court, or law review participation.
• Bilingual abilities (English and Spanish).
• 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.
• A demonstrated track record of leadership, initiative, and taking ownership of projects.