Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney

Zwelling Law, PLLC is looking for an Associate Attorney to help with our high volume of healthcare defense litigation cases. Candidates should have 2-8 years civil litigation experience, preferably in the area of medical malpractice and/or nursing home litigation. Duties will include, drafting pleadings, drafting and assembling responses to written discovery, drafting motions, appearing for court calls, writing opinion letters, taking and defending depositions, analyzing clinical data and managing files from start to finish. The position initially is mentor based until such time as the candidate demonstrates competency to manage files. The candidate will work under the supervision of a senior partner. Salary is $100,000 to $150,000 based on experience.

Zwelling Law, PLLC is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate. The advertised position is for an associate attorney in the litigation department. The firm offers competitive salary, health benefits and a flexible work environment. The firm is young with plans to grow. This is a ground floor opportunity to work with one of Chicago's newest firms servicing the healthcare industry.

Attorney Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drafting legal documents, including motions and pleadings
• Review and analyze clinical data
• Assist with the discovery process by administering depositions, issuing interrogatories, and reviewing documents

2nd chair trials:

• Perform legal research as needed
• Make court appearances

Attorney Requirements and Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• License to practice law in Illinois
• Litigating experience (2-8 years)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance policies

Please send cover letter, resume and a writing sample to [email protected].

Zwelling Law, PLLC is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate serving the greater Chicagoland area since 2021.

Company Description

Zwelling Law, PLLC is a firm representing nursing homes in the areas of defense litigation, tax appeals and real estate serving the greater Chicagoland area since 2021.