General Liability Attorney

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Hennessy & Roach, P.C. Full time

Successful Midwestern law firm seeks a General Liability and Civil Litigation Attorney with three or more years of experience defending general liability and civil claims to join our Chicago office.


Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a growing and dynamic firm with an eight-state footprint (WI, IN, IL, MO, NE, KS, IA, TN). Portable business is a plus, but not required. Applicants should have strong academic record and professional references. Please submit a resume for consideration.


Essential Job Functions:

· Gathering and analyzing medical evidence and medical records.

· Deposing plaintiffs, physicians, experts, and other parties/witnesses.

· Conducting discovery.

· Performing legal research.

· Remaining current with developments in the law.

· Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.

· Representing the interests of clients or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and other proceedings.

· Communicating with claims representatives.

· Assisting with the investigation and analysis of accidents and potential claims.

· Managing costs to reduce liability.

· Compiling and submitting reports required by company management.

· Coordinating and attending claims reviews.

· Negotiating settlements on behalf clients and insurance carriers.

· Other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications

· J.D. and proof of admission to the Illinois bar.

· Proven track record of five (5) or more years of progressive experience in general liability and civil claims defense in Illinois.

· Working knowledge of legal principles and practices.

· In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

· Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology.

· Microsoft Word experience required; Time Matters legal software experience preferred.

· Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and research skills.

· Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.

· Firm and client confidentiality required.




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