Description:
Job Description:Successful Midwestern law firm seeks an Attorney to defend General Liability and Civil lawsuits and claims to join our St. Louis, MO office. Hennessy & Roach, P.C. is a growing and dynamic firm with an eight-state footprint (WI, IN, IL, MO, NE, KS, IA, TN).
Must Have an Illinois Bar License
Essential Job Functions:
- Gathering and Analyzing Medical Evidence and Medical Records.
- Deposing Plaintiffs, Physicians, Experts, and Other Parties/witnesses.
- Conducting Discovery.
- Performing Legal Research.
- Remaining Current with Developments in The Law.
- Drafting Pleadings, Findings of Fact, Motions, Briefs, Opinions, and Other Legal Documents.
- Representing the Interests of Clients or Insurers at Hearings, Trials, Depositions, Oral Arguments, Mediations, and Other Proceedings.
- Assisting with The Investigation and Analysis of Accidents and Potential Claims.
- Compiling and Submitting Reports Required by Company Management.
- Coordinating and Attending Claims Reviews.
- Negotiating Settlements on Behalf of Clients and Insurance Carriers.
- Research and Drafting Pleadings and Motions
- Court Appearances
- Other Duties as Assigned.
Qualifications:
- J.D. and Proof of Admission to The Illinois Bar and Missouri Bar.
- 3-7 Years Defending General Liability or Civil Cases.
- In-Depth Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Laws and Regulations.
- Thorough Knowledge of Legal Research Techniques and Legal Terminology.
- Firm and Client Confidentiality Required.
