Hennessy & Roach, P.C. · 5 hours ago
Part Time Attorney
Hennessy & 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 in defending workers' compensation cases in central Illinois. The role includes gathering medical evidence, taking depositions, and litigating cases before an administrative law judge.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Gathering and reviewing medical evidence and medical records
Taking depositions of the claimant, physicians, medical experts, and other parties
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; passing the bar in another Midwest state a plus
Proven track record of progressive experience in workers' compensation defense work in Illinois
Firm and client confidentiality required
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