Description

Position: Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Location: Arlington Heights, IL (Partially Remote Options Available)

About Us – Newland and Newland

Newland and Newland has a long-standing reputation for excellence across multiple practice areas, including workers' compensation, personal injury, mass tort, product liability, estate planning, foreclosure defense, estate administration, and real estate. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, with many of our attorneys building long-term careers within our firm.

We are currently preparing for the retirement of one of our long-time partners and are seeking a motivated attorney to join our team. While the primary focus of this position is workers’ compensation, we are open to cross-training in other practice areas if desired.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney who is motivated, client-focused, and aspires for long-term growth within the firm. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a strong practice, with the potential for leadership in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in workers' compensation cases, providing expert legal advice and strong advocacy.
• Manage a caseload efficiently while maintaining high standards of client service.
• Stay current on changes in workers' compensation laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys on various legal matters if desired.
• Participate in client consultations and case strategy development.
• (Optional) Opportunity to expand into other practice areas or bring an existing practice to the firm.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in workers' compensation law.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary: $90,000 – $150,000, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Health insurance, 401(k) plan matching, and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Disability insurance.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements, including partial remote options after an initial acclimatization period.
• Profit sharing and bonus

Why Join Us?

At Newland and Newland, we are committed to creating an inclusive, growth-oriented environment where attorneys are valued team members. We provide opportunities for career advancement, cross-training, and leadership growth, all within a supportive and collaborative culture.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications to:

Gary Newland – [email protected]
Lupe – [email protected]