Associate Trial Attorney - Personal Injury at Keating Law

Keating Law is seeking an attorney who is committed to using their education, energy and talents to help those in a time of need and who believe that they can make a difference. This is a position and a firm for people who are focused, principled and committed to helping others. The firm is sincerely committed to being agents for change through advocacy and forcing accountability within the legal system.

Keating Law is an established yet growing law firm in Chicago, Illinois. The firm has numerous 5* reviews and is well regarded in the legal community. The firm's founder, Michael Keating, is a member of the Board of Managers for the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and also holds leadership positions within the American Association for Justice. The firm's other attorneys have been annually recognized by SuperLawyers and Leading Lawyers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Keating Law Offices seeks an Illinois personal injury attorney with experience handling all phases of personal injury cases. This includes pleadings stage, written and oral discovery (depositions), legal research and legal writing. The ideal candidates will have 3-10 years of experience in civil litigation in Illinois.

While direct experience in the field of Personal Injury & Wrongful Death litigation is highly valued, the firm may consider candidates who are recent graduates and possess exceptional work and academic experience and show promise.

This is a supervised position with the shared goal of the attorney growing into a more experienced and skilled trial attorney. The firm provides 100% paid for Continuing Legal Education through the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, the National Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. This includes all-expense paid trips to local and national conventions.

ABOUT KEATING LAW OFFICES - CHICAGO

Keating Law has offices in the Loop and West Town. Keating Law is proud to offer a workplace that supports the personal and professional growth of its associates. The firm handles cases throughout the Chicagoland area and the rest of Illinois. Keating Law is a Chicago-based law firm and managed by the firm's attorneys who are local and involved in the Chicago legal community.

Future partnership possibilities exist for those capable of excelling and remaining committed to the firm and its clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, organized, and successful young trial lawyer who is looking for the chance to advance their career. This is a serious, career position for the right candidate.

Candidates must possess the ability to manage their assignments and their own case load including pleadings, discovery, and trial with supervision. Knowledge and direct experience of Illinois personal injury law and trial practice are essential.

Candidates that have demonstrated leadership experience, excellence in academics, and contributions to their communities are highly valued. The firm has a strong culture of trust, responsibility, teamwork and dedication to our clients. Only candidates willing to fit into that culture will be considered.

COMPENSATION

Associates maximizing their overall income is a shared goal of the firm. Direct Compensation is made up of Base Salary and Bonuses. The Base Salary alone is $100,000 - $200,000 for licensed attorney with experience. Bonuses are in addition to the salary and are derived by a percentage of revenue generated from the attorney's files and a year end bonus based on the firm overall. Fee sharing agreements at the firm are extremely competitive. In total, the firm's compensation plan is extremely competitive.

In addition to salary and bonsuses Keating Law also offers Morgan Stanley Profit Sharing and retirement accounts to the firm's members.

The firm also provides BCBS PPO health insurance, dental insurance, and reimbursement for job related fees.

The firm operates on a hybrid model where employees work from home and in the offices. Work/Life balance is an actual experience at Keating Law.

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The firm also promotes opportunities to pursue Continuing Legal Education from the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, National Trial Lawyers Association and local bar associations such as Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association.

PLEASE: NO PHONE CALLS OR INQUIRIES FROM LEGAL RECRUITERS.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Direct Experience in Personal Injury/Wrongful Death Litigation
• Licensed to Practice in State of Illinois
• Law Degree from Reputable Law School
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong legal knowledge
• Commitment to representing clients