Attorney - Personal Injury at Elite Virtual Assistants

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Injury Litigation, Courtroom Experience, Case Management, Depositions, Mediations, Arbitrations, Settlement Conferences, Drafting Motions, Trial Experience, Client Communication, Legal Writing, Analytical Skills, Oral Advocacy, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Location: Chicago, IL (Work from Home!) Overview A client of EVA, a growing and well-respected plaintiff-side personal injury law firm based in Chicago, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator who is comfortable managing cases independently and appearing in court, while also collaborating within a team-oriented environment. We are currently interviewing for this position! The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in litigation, hands-on courtroom experience, and the ability to manage a substantial caseload from inception through resolution. Key Responsibilities Manage a personal injury caseload of 50+ active matters from intake through settlement or trial Conduct and defend depositions (parties, witnesses, treating physicians, and experts) Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences Draft and argue motions in court, including dispositive and discovery-related motions Appear regularly in court for hearings, status conferences, and motion practice Serve as first or second chair at trial, as appropriate Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff to ensure deadlines and case strategy are met Maintain strong client communication and provide strategic guidance throughout the life of each case Required Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active Illinois bar license in good standing 3+ years of personal injury litigation experience, preferably on the plaintiff side Demonstrated experience with: Depositions Mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences Drafting and arguing motions in court Trial experience (first or second chair) Courtroom appearances Proven ability to manage an independent caseload of 50+ cases Strong legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Why This Opportunity This role offers the chance to join a firm that values strong advocacy, professional growth, and meaningful client impact. Attorneys in this role will have consistent courtroom exposure, autonomy in managing cases, and the support needed to succeed in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

The attorney will manage a personal injury caseload of 50+ active matters from intake through settlement or trial. Responsibilities include conducting depositions, representing clients in mediations, and maintaining strong client communication.