AAG-Assistant Attorney General Workers Compensation Springfield
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 82000 - 107550
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
The Workers Compensation Bureau defends the State of Illinois in workers compensation claims filed by State employees with the Illinois Workers Compensation addition the Bureau prosecutes employers under the Illinois Workers Compensation Act for failure to maintain workers compensation insurance coverage for employees. The Bureau also defends claims filed against various State Funds which provide workers compensation benefits under certain circumstances. Additionally the Bureau provides advice to State agencies on workers compensation issues.
An Assistant Attorney General in the Workers Compensation bureau investigates and handles a large number of cases. Assistant Attorneys General investigate workers compensation claims and appear in front of the Illinois Workers Compensation Commission. Assistant Attorneys General draft and respond to motions manage settlements and represent the State of Illinois in all hearings.
Qualifications
Candidates must be licensed in Illinois at the time of application. Ideal candidates will haveeither have 2 years of general litigationexperienceor at least 1 year of experience in the workers compensation field. Experience with personal injury cases a plus.
Supplemental Information
Salary: Salaries are commensurate with number of years of practice as a licensed attorney and range from $ 82000 to $ 107550.
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