Pre-Litigation Attorney (Personal Injury)

Career Consulting Partners is conducting a search for an award-winning plaintiff personal injury firm that is expanding nationally. They need an experienced Pre-lit Attorney to take cases from intake through settlement in their Chicago, IL Location. The role offers real autonomy and a full support team, and there’s a clear path upward for people who deliver.

This is not a file-pushing job. You’ll set strategy, negotiate, and make the calls on your caseload, with the firm’s resources behind you.

Why attorneys are interested:

• Quality cases. You’ll work on a high-volume book of matters worth maximizing.
• Real support. Legal assistants, case managers, lien negotiators, medical professionals, and fellow attorneys all work alongside you.
• Autonomy. You won’t be micromanaged. You’ll run your caseload and your strategy.
• Room to grow. The firm promotes from within, with paths into complex cases, mentoring, and management as it scales nationally.
• Strong benefits. The 401(k) has a 4% safe-harbor match that is fully vested from day one.

Duties:

• Lead cases from intake to settlement, including investigating liability, damages, and case value.
• Analyze medical records and evidence to build a case strategy and find added value.
• Draft and review demand packages.
• Negotiate directly with carriers and opposing counsel, then advise clients on offers.
• Guide clients through the process so they feel informed and cared for.

Requirements

• Active Illinois Bar membership in good standing.
• 5+ years of plaintiff PI experience
• A track record managing a significant PI caseload.
• Sharp negotiation skills and a good read on risk, leverage, and value.
• Confident, empathetic client communication.
• Strong organization and follow-through. You spot what’s holding a case back and fix it.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Compensation &

benefits

• $150,000 - $180,000 base, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor match
• PTO, sick time, and firm holidays
• Professional development and CLE support
• Firm-provided technology, plus regular team events