Job Description

We are seeking a Workers’ Compensation Attorney to join our team in Chicago. This is an opportunity to work with a firm that has built its reputation on advocating for injured workers and securing meaningful results for clients navigating complex workplace injury claims.

You will represent injured employees in all aspects of workers’ compensation matters, handling cases from intake through resolution. You will work on a wide range of claims involving:

Workplace and industrial accidents
Construction injuries
Repetitive trauma and occupational exposure claims
Permanent disability and wage loss matters
Third-party workplace injury claims
Denied benefits and disputed treatment cases

Our team works closely with medical providers, vocational experts, investigators, and other professionals to build strong, evidence-driven claims on behalf of injured workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of workers’ compensation matters from intake through settlement or trial
• Conduct case evaluations and develop claim strategy
• Draft motions, petitions, and other legal filings
• Represent clients at arbitrations, depositions, hearings, and status calls
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for maximum recovery
• Maintain organized case files and provide consistent client communication throughout the life of the claim
• Identify potential third-party liability issues when applicable

Ideal Fit

• Licensed to practice in IL.
• Minimum 2+ years of workers’ compensation experience preferred
• Experience representing injured workers is strongly preferred
• Understanding of Illinois Workers’ Compensation procedures and litigation process
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and client communication skills
• Comfortable managing a high-volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail
• Hearing, arbitration, or trial experience is a plus
• Motivated attorney who is passionate about helping injured individuals navigate difficult circumstances

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.