Personal Injury Plaintiff Attorney

TORKLAW • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

PRE-LITIGATION ATTORNEY | Chicago, IL | Full-Time | In-Office

PAY: $100K-$160K DOE

At TORKLAW, our people make the difference.

We're an award-winning plaintiff personal injury law firm built around growth, accountability, compassion, and a relentless commitment to our clients.

Our attorneys aren't simply managing files. They're trusted advocates, strategists, negotiators, and leaders who have a direct impact on the lives of the people we represent.

We're looking for an experienced Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney who knows how to take ownership of a case, build trust with clients, negotiate strategically, and consistently look for ways to maximize results.

If you're looking for meaningful work, quality cases, strong support, high-level mentorship, and a team that genuinely values your contribution, we'd love to meet you.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

The Case

You'll take ownership of personal injury cases from intake through settlement, developing the strategy and driving the case forward.

You'll:

Conduct strategic investigations into liability, damages, and case value

Analyze medical records, evidence, and other case-related documentation

Develop case strategy and identify opportunities to maximize value

Draft and review demand packages and other legal documents

Negotiate with insurance carriers and opposing counsel

Evaluate settlement offers and make strategic recommendations

Maintain a strong understanding of the legal and factual issues affecting each case

The Client Experience

Our clients come to us during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

You'll be responsible for helping them understand the legal process

Set the expectations

Answer their questions

Making sure they feel informed and supported throughout their case.

We believe exceptional legal representation and exceptional client service go hand in hand.

Collaboration

You won't be doing this alone.

You'll work closely with legal assistants, case managers, medical professionals, lien negotiators, and attorneys to move cases forward and deliver the best possible results for our clients.

We value attorneys who communicate well, collaborate naturally, and understand that great outcomes are built by great teams.

Ownership

We're looking for someone who doesn't wait to be told what needs to happen.

If something is holding a case back, you identify it.

If there's an opportunity to strengthen a case, you pursue it.

If a client needs help, you step in.

You'll have significant responsibility for your caseload, and we expect our attorneys to take genuine ownership of the work

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for an attorney who combines strong legal judgment with exceptional communication, organization, and client-service skills.

You'll likely thrive here if you:

Are an active attorney in good standing

Have 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience preferred

Have a strong understanding of Illinois personal injury law and procedures

Have experience managing a significant personal injury caseload

Are a strong negotiator who knows how to evaluate risk, leverage, and case value

Communicate confidently and empathetically with clients

Are highly organized and detail-oriented

Take ownership of your cases and follow through

Can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Are comfortable making strategic decisions and advocating for your clients

Care about both the outcome of the case and the experience of the person behind it

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.

This is a hands-on, high-accountability role.

You'll have autonomy, but you'll also be expected to own your results.

You'll need to be comfortable managing multiple priorities, making decisions, communicating with clients, and pushing cases forward without waiting for someone else to tell you what to do.

If you're looking for a position where you can simply manage files without taking ownership of the bigger picture, this may not be the right fit.

If you're an attorney who wants to build cases, advocate for clients, grow professionally, and be surrounded by people who are serious about winning, we think you'll fit right in.

ABOUT TORKLAW

TORKLAW represents people whose lives have been changed because of someone else's negligence. Our clients trust us with some of the most consequential problems they will ever face. We take that responsibility seriously. We're building a national law firm around exceptional client service, exceptional results, accountability, technology, and a relentless commitment to getting better.

This role plays a key part in shaping the experience our clients have every time they interact with TORKLAW.

Growth

We hire people for what they can become, not simply for the position they're filling today.

As TORKLAW continues to grow, attorneys who consistently demonstrate strong judgment, ownership, leadership, and results will have opportunities to take on greater responsibility.

Whether that means mentoring other attorneys, taking on more complex cases, developing leadership skills, or growing into management, we want to help exceptional people build a career here.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation: $100K-$160K annually, based on experience

We believe in taking care of our team and investing in the people who help us grow. Our comprehensive benefits and perks include:

Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and firm-observed holidays

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental, vision, life, and other ancillary benefits

401(k) retirement plan with a 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match

Professional development and education opportunities

Regular firm events, team-building activities, and celebrations

Company-provided technology and equipment

A collaborative, high-performing environment

Opportunities for professional growth and increased responsibility

HOW TO APPLY

Send us your résumé and answer this question:

What does exceptional client advocacy mean to you?

Don't give us the answer you think we're looking for. Tell us what you actually believe.

We're looking forward to meeting you!

TORKLAW

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