About the Organization
Known for our outstanding customer service and unbeatable results, Disparti Law Group has been named One of the Most Influential Law Firms in America by Trial Lawyer Magazine.
Utilizing diverse talents and a deep-seated drive to succeed, Disparti Law Group consistently delivers on our greatest commitment-achieving the absolute best results for our clients.
Our office provides a great work environment.
Supportive, collaborative, and friendly.
We believe in a team approach to best serve our clients, and our team members are the firm's biggest asset.
We also are very active in giving back to the communities we serve through office-wide participation in community engagement.
Open Date
10/9/2024
Position
Personal Injury - Pre Litigation Attorney
Category
Legal
Description
We're seeking an experienced Pre-Litigation Attorney to join our successful Personal Injury team for a full-time position in our downtown Chicago office.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide legal counsel to clients and close cases within standard time frame
Direct the activities of assigned team to handle case management from inception to completion
Oversee assigned case management team to monitor performance and ensure quality work
Perform pre-litigation and occasional litigation work
Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
Communicate and manage relationship with clients and opposing counsel
Fully investigate cases and document findings
Negotiate the most favorable settlements for clients
Examine medical evidence
Maintain regular contact with clients
Lien resolution
Preparation of demands
Required Skills:
Excellent legal research skills
Excellent academic, written, and verbal skills
Commitment to exceptional client service
Possess a passion for representing injured clients
Independent worker of high integrity, requiring minimal supervision
Collaborative leadership skills
Outstanding negotiation skills
Strong organizational skills
Able to multitask
Able to maintain composure and perspective in high volume/high stress situations
Able to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written form
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic
Detail oriented
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace
Able to communicate with clients and colleagues effectively and in a timely manner
Functional computer skills, i.e., Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and legal applications
Compensation:
Compensation starts at $100,000, based on experience.
Benefits:
Our attorneys enjoy a hybrid working environment, extremely generous time off package and paid holidays.
Disparti Law Group offers group insurance (including medical, dental and vision options), voluntary term life insurance and 401k savings plan.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the team member must be able to see, talk, hear and use hands and fingers in performing majority of work.
The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
The job requires the team member to have dexterity in using a telephone, computer keyboard, and a computer mouse while seated at a desk.
The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance.
The team member frequently moves within the building to interact with fellow staff.
The team member frequently travels to locations outside the building for meetings, court hearings, etc.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to work in an office environment and the noise level is usually moderate.
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
Days
Position Requirements Qualifications Has a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois Member in good standing with the ABA (American Bar Association) and Illinois Bar Association 2-3 years' personal injury pre-litigation experience Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients Location
Illinois Office
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.