Managing Attorney

Job Title: Managing Attorney

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $150,000 - 170,000

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and parental leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience handling Illinois personal injury cases from inception through verdict
• Significant courtroom and trial experience, including personally preparing and trying multiple personal injury cases to verdict
• Strong knowledge of Illinois state and federal procedures, protocols, and rules of evidence
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and lead attorneys and paralegals
• A positive, collaborative leadership style with a genuine focus on team development
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish expectations, provide constructive feedback, and keep teams aligned
• Highly organized, hands-on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of attorneys and paralegals
• Establish and maintain standards for case handling, litigation strategy, and firm procedures
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Personal Injury Division
• Support staffing, team development, and employee relations
• Provide guidance on case strategy, litigation, and trial preparation
• Partner directly with senior firm leadership on the continued growth and development of the division
• Lead by example as both a skilled trial attorney and people leader

Why choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.