Description:

Description:
Mike Agruss Law | Personal Injury Litigation

We believe great attorneys should be supported by great systems, great people, and great technology.

This role is an opportunity to:

Join a rapidly growing, technology-driven personal injury law firm
Handle meaningful litigation work instead of being buried in bureaucracy
Work with a team that values preparation, systems, speed, and client experience
Grow into a high-level litigator and trial attorney
Help build a modern law firm that is redefining what client experience looks like

We want a lawyer who is eager to master litigation, continually improve, and be part of building something exceptional. This is not a “sit back and coast” law firm. This is a high-performance environment built around accountability, innovation, and results.

Compensation includes:

$100,000.00 base salary
5% bonus on net attorney fees from cases you settle
50% of attorney fees generated from the business you bring to the firm

Most attorneys in this role can expect to earn over $120,000.00 in their first year here, with upside earning potential.

This is a WFH position, but you must live in and be licensed in Illinois.

Benefits and Perks:

Medical, dental, and vision,
STD, LTD, and life insurance,
401(k) with a 4% match,
15 days of PTO per year,
12+ days off for federal holidays.

Responsibilities:
What You'll Do:

In this role, you will:

Handle injury cases from filing through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
Take and defend depositions
Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Develop a case strategy alongside our litigation team
Analyze medical records, evidence, and liability issues
Communicate directly with clients and guide them through the litigation process
Work closely with experts, medical providers, and support staff
Move cases proactively and aggressively toward resolution
Help improve litigation systems, workflows, and processes as the firm grows

At Mike Agruss Law, we want attorneys who think critically, communicate clearly, and take ownership of their cases.

You will have a dedicated paralegal to help you with your job.

What Success Looks Like:
Within your first 6–12 months, success in this role looks like:

Managing litigation files confidently and proactively
Building trust with clients through strong communication and preparation
Moving cases efficiently while maximizing case value
Becoming highly effective with our systems, technology, and workflows
Working collaboratively with paralegals, case managers, and leadership
Developing a reputation internally as someone who is organized, reliable, strategic, and prepared
Helping strengthen the culture and performance of the litigation department

Qualifications:
Required:

Licensed in IL
3+ years of litigation experience
Experience with hearings, motion practice, discovery, and depositions
Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage deadlines and litigation strategy proactively
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high standards and accountability

Preferred: