About Us

At Demesmin & Dover Law Firm, we are committed to providing aggressive legal representation and exceptional client service to individuals injured due to negligence. As our Chicago office continues to grow, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Bodily Injury Litigation Attorney to join our team.

Position Summary

The Bodily Injury Litigation Attorney will handle personal injury litigation matters from filing through resolution. The ideal candidate is experienced in litigation strategy, motion practice, depositions, negotiations, and trial preparation, with the ability to independently manage a caseload while working collaboratively with support staff and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of bodily injury litigation files from suit through trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence
• Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case updates
• Work closely with paralegals, case managers, and support staff
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with courtroom proceedings
• Ensure compliance with Illinois court rules, deadlines, and procedures

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Bar license in good standing
• Minimum of 2+ years of personal injury or bodily injury litigation experience preferred
• Strong understanding of Illinois civil litigation procedures
• Excellent writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage litigation caseloads
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Bilingual skills are a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

Demesmin & Dover provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.

Background Check: As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a background check.

Please Note:

• The background check will be conducted after the job offer is extended.
• A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment; each case is considered on an individual basis.
• If you have concerns or questions about the background check process, please feel free to reach out to humanresources@dd-legal.com

We are committed to fair hiring practices and ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees.