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Associate Attorney

Chicago, ILOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Law degree
  • Litigation experience
  • IL State Bar Association
  • Personal Injury Law
  • writing
  • oral advocacy

Nice to have

  • PI preferred

Role summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Associate Attorney for their Chicago office. This role involves providing comprehensive legal support to clients and trial attorneys, focusing on personal injury law. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, preparing legal documents and reports, interacting with expert witnesses, and assisting with all stages of litigation, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, 1+ years of litigation experience (PI preferred), strong communication and writing skills, and an active license with the IL State Bar Association.

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our team in Chicago. As an associate you will work closely with our talented Trial Attorneys, providing support before, during and after trials. This is an opportunity to learn and develop litigation skills alongside world-class trial attorneys. You will learn and execute the playbook, becoming a polished and well-rounded litigator.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal support to clients and trial assist attorneys
  • Maintain client relationships
  • Help prepare demands and work with cases pre-suit
  • Prepare legal reports and documents
  • Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
  • Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
  • Work closely with Litigation Paralegals and Case Managers

    • Qualifications

  • Law degree from a fully accredited law school
  • An active member in good standing with the IL State Bar Association
  • 1+ years of Litigation experience (PI preferred).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong interest in Personal Injury Law.
  • Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
  • Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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    Benefits

    Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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