Attorney

Job Overview:

Nicolet Law is looking for an experienced Attorney to join our Personal Injury practice with possible management opportunities. Must be admitted to practice law in Illinois. This position will involve record review, legal research, legal writing, negotiations, discovery, depositions, hearings, trial, and other work advocating for injured clients in the Midwest.

Responsibilities:

· Manage a personal injury caseload including but not limited to auto accidents, dog bites, slip and fall, wrongful death, and other negligence-based claims

· Conduct initial client consultations and case evaluations

· Review and summarize case records including but not limited to insurance policies and records, medical and billing records, and police reports

· Draft and proof read legal correspondence and demand letters

· Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests

· Prepare to take and defend depositions, including expert and lay witnesses

· Represent clients in mediation and court proceedings including trial

· Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed throughout the legal process

· Collaborate with support staff to efficiently move cases forward

· Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical obligations

· Possible Management opportunities include overseeing staff and attorneys in Illinois, including attorney mentoring, monitoring attorney KPIs, case status, and timelines as well as occasional 1:1 meetings and performance evaluations

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

· Admitted to practice law in Illinois

· Minimum ten years of attorney experience required, personal injury experience strongly preferred

· Management experience strongly preferred

· Ability to commute to meet clients as needed

· Previous experience in a professional office environment

· Detail-oriented and organized

· Strong negotiation and communication skills

· Ability to work as part of a team, manage and prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines

· Client focused with a high level of professionalism and customer service; ability to handle confidential matters with discretion

· Desire to work in a fast-paced, growing office that focuses on client satisfaction and results

· Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software; Clio experience preferred but not required

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook

Schedule:

· 8-hour shift

· Day shift

· Monday to Friday

· Full-time

· May require evening or weekend work, but job duties will primarily be during regular business hours

· In office

Compensation:

This role includes opportunities for a management position and higher compensation than posted for candidates with exceptional experience or specialized skills.

Pay: $200,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously applied to Nicolet or worked with us in the past?
• Were you referred to Nicolet by a current employee / do you know any current employees of Nicolet?
• Are you a current or past client of ours?
• Do you have your Attorney license with IL State Bar in good standing?

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $200,000 - $400,000