Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (10+ years ...

Romanucci & Blandin, a nationally recognized personal injury law firm based in Chicago that handles high-profile matters, seeks to add a partner andor senior attorney with 10+ years of litigation experience to join its MVAPremises practice group. The attorney would work on general personal injury and product liability cases, motor vehicle accident cases, as well as premises liability, construction litigation and negligent security. The practice group represents plaintiffs in matters in federal and state courts throughout the nation, including many catastrophic injury cases. Responsibilities will include leading a team in the practice area while managing a full docket of cases, including all aspects of litigation (investigating potential cases; filing lawsuits; discovery; taking depositions; settlement negotiations; motion practice and hearings; mediation and arbitrations; trial; post-trial motions). The attorney will work directly with clients, co-counsel and other firm attorneys in a team environment. The position may involve travel. The position also involves leading the team in vetting potential cases.Candidates must have proven trial experience, be motivated, and possess the ability to work well on a team. They must also be energetic self-starters with initiative. The position requires outstanding research and writing skills, the ability to communicate effectively, a creative approach to litigation, and a commitment to social justice.RoleResponsibilities Include:Manage team's support staff and attorney(s)Ensure you and your team are effective in the delivery of excellent client serviceEstablish strategies for the team and run regular weekly team meetingsAccountability for oversight of attorneys and paralegals on the team regarding case management, deadlines and strategiesResponsible for evaluating and providing team quarterly projectionsBusiness developmentEnhancing the firm's reputation by demonstrating the highest ethical, legal, and professional standards and reaffirming these standards throughout the firmParticipation in firm meetings andor partner meetingsComply with all relevant policies and procedures of the firm and all applicable laws, rules, and regulationsEducation:J.D. from an ABA-accredited law schoolAdmission to the Bar of the State of Illinois and Northern District of IllinoisJob Type:Full-timePay: Commensurate with experienceBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayOccasional availability evenings or weekendsWork Location:Loop River NorthWork Remotely:RarelySubmit your resume and cover letter to .

Created: 2024-11-01