Hennessy & Roach, P.C. · 16 hours ago
Workers Compensation Attorney
Springfield, IL
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelHennessy & Roach, P.C. is a law firm defending employers in Workers’ Compensation and defendants in General Liability matters. They are seeking an attorney with experience defending workers' compensation cases in Illinois to join their Springfield, IL office.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Gathering and reviewing medical evidence and medical records
Taking depositions of the claimant, physicians, medical experts, and other parties
Conducting discovery
Performing legal research
Remaining current with developments in the law
Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents
Litigating workers' compensation cases before an administrative law judge
Represent the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings
Communicate with claims representatives
Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns
Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas
Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability
Compile and submit reports required by company management
Coordinate and attend claims reviews
Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company/employer
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
J.D. and proof of admission to Illinois bar
Proven track record of progressive experience in workers' compensation defense work
Working knowledge of legal principles and practices
In depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology
Microsoft Word and Outlook experience required
Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, research and administrative skills
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
Excellent telephone and writing skills
Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure
Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well independently
Organization, planning, attention to detail, and dependability
Firm and client confidentiality required
Preferred
Passing the bar in another Midwest state a plus
Time Matters legal software experience preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Critical Illness
Accident
Group Term life
Voluntary term life
STD
LTD
401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Company
Hennessy & Roach, P.C.
Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a law firm serving Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Nebraska, and Missouri.
Founded in 1993
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Anthony Gattuso
Partner
Betsy Willer
Partner / Shareholder
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