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Associate Attorney - TortsChicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL, US
Associate Attorney - Torts

Associate Attorney - Torts

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited school of law and licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois, plus one (1) year of legal experience, preferably specializing in personal injury, subrogation, or property damage, or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires physical handling of legal documents and equipment
  • Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws.
  • Working knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interrelate with clients, Authority personnel, and witnesses.
  • Good research, organization and analytical skills to gather and synthesize large volumes of information into a logical convincing case.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills to explain important facts clearly, logically, and concisely.
  • Good negotiation skills.
  • Good interviewing skills.
  • Basic skill using Microsoft software.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects in stressful situations.
  • Ability to provide timely legal advice.
  • Ability to work independently and advise and consult with management as needed.
  • Ability to lead others and work in a team environment.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • General office environment.
  • Works various days and hours.
  • Travels regularly to court, depositions, and field locations as necessary..
  • EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

  • Standard office equipment.
  • On-line legal research and litigation support software.
  • Employees and / or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

    Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

    Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

    CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve.

    CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result.

    If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact

    arc@transitchicago.com

    prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date.

    CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

    During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps .

    Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

    Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.

    https : / / www.transitchicago.com / hrbenefits /

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