Senior Trial Attorney – Personal Injury #ESF7036

• Strong Legal Reputation: Work with a well-respected firm known for its commitment to clients.
• Diverse Casework: Gain exposure to a variety of personal injury and legal cases.
• Team Support: Join a collaborative team focused on achieving successful outcomes.
• Client-Focused Approach: Contribute to a firm dedicated to advocating for clients’ rights.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Supportive environment with an emphasis on maintaining work-life balance.

This role is ideal for an experienced Personal Injury Trial Attorney who thrives in the courtroom and is passionate about advocating for injured clients. As a Senior Trial Attorney you will manage litigation matters through trial serve as lead counsel and work closely with clients throughout the case lifecycle. The ideal candidate has a proven record of jury trial success strong client communication skills and the ability to excel within a collaborative technology-driven legal environment.

• Manage personal injury litigation matters from case assignment through verdict or settlement.
• Serve as lead trial counsel and represent clients in court proceedings.
• Conduct depositions mediations arbitrations and settlement negotiations.
• Prepare and argue motions discovery matters and evidentiary issues.
• Develop litigation strategy and evaluate case value and risk.
• Maintain consistent client communication and provide case updates throughout litigation.
• Collaborate with support staff and attorneys to maximize case outcomes.
• Utilize legal technology and case management systems to efficiently manage files.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois Bar license in good standing.
• Personal Injury litigation experience required.
• Minimum of five jury trials to verdict as lead or significant trial counsel.
• Strong courtroom presence and trial advocacy skills.
• Experience handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters preferred.
• Proficiency with legal technology case management systems and electronic litigation tools.
• Strong client service communication and relationship-building abilities.