Romanucci & Blandin, a nationally recognized personal injury law firm based in Chicago that handles high-profile matters, seeks to add a partner and/or senior attorney with 10+ years of litigation experience to join its MVA/Premises practice group. The attorney would work on general personal injury and product liability cases, motor vehicle accident cases, as well as premises liability, construction litigation and negligent security. The practice group represents plaintiffs in matters in federal and state courts throughout the nation, including many catastrophic injury cases.
Responsibilities will include leading a team in the practice area while managing a full docket of cases, including all aspects of litigation (investigating potential cases; filing lawsuits; discovery; taking depositions; settlement negotiations; motion practice and hearings; mediation and arbitrations; trial; post-trial motions). The attorney will work directly with clients, co-counsel and other firm attorneys in a team environment. The position may involve travel. The position also involves leading the team in vetting potential cases.
Candidates must have proven trial experience, be motivated, and possess the ability to work well on a team. They must also be energetic self-starters with initiative. The position requires outstanding research and writing skills, the ability to communicate effectively, a creative approach to litigation, and a commitment to social justice.
Role/Responsibilities Include:
- Manage team’s support staff and attorney(s)
- Ensure you and your team are effective in the delivery of excellent client service
- Establish strategies for the team and run regular weekly team meetings
- Accountability for oversight of attorneys and paralegals on the team regarding case management, deadlines and strategies
- Responsible for evaluating and providing team quarterly projections
- Business development
- Enhancing the firm’s reputation by demonstrating the highest ethical, legal, and professional standards and reaffirming these standards throughout the firm
- Participation in firm meetings and/or partner meetings
- Comply with all relevant policies and procedures of the firm and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Education:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Admission to the Bar of the State of Illinois and Northern District of Illinois
Job Type:
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Occasional availability evenings or weekends
Work Location:
Work Remotely:
Submit your resume and cover letter to careers@rblaw.net.
