Attorney with 1-2 years of general liability claims experience - (Springfield, IL)

Springfield office of our client seeks attorney with 1-2 yrs of background defending workers' compensation and general liability claims. The applicant will be gathering medical evidence and medical records. Will be taking depositions of the claimant, physicians, medical experts and other parties. Conducting discovery, performing legal research. Remaining current with developments in the law. Drafting pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions and other legal documents. Litigating cases before a workers' compensation judge or referee. Represent the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and other proceedings. Communicate with claims representatives. Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns. Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas. Manage workers' compensation costs to reduce liability. Compile and submit reports required by company management.