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Associate Attorney - Torts (Chicago)
Associate Attorney - Torts (Chicago)Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL, US
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Associate Attorney - Torts (Chicago)

Associate Attorney - Torts (Chicago)

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL, US
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Overview

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Responsibilities

  • Handles own docket of personal injury cases.
  • Interviews witnesses and takes depositions.
  • Prepares witnesses for court testimony, advises them on legal processes, and apprises them of evidence needed to present a substantial case.
  • Conducts legal research and drafts case documents, pleadings, and motions.
  • Reviews and responds to discovery requests.
  • Reviews cases for pre-trial negotiation, attends pre-trial disposition conferences, and advises on settlement.
  • Represents the Authority during jury and bench trials, hearings and arbitrations.
  • Works with senior attorneys in a second chair capacity on large personal injury litigation cases including : examining witnesses, arguing motions, and drafting memoranda, briefs, and settlement agreements.
  • Provides advice and counsel directly to clients.
  • Manages work of paralegals and other support staff assigned to projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited school of law and licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois, plus one (1) year of legal experience, preferably specializing in personal injury, subrogation, or property damage, or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires physical handling of legal documents and equipment
  • Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery

    • Details

  • Seniority level : Associate
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Legal, Research, and Administrative
  • Industries : Urban Transit Services and Truck Transportation

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