Entry-Level Attorney
parmele disability advocatesChicago, IL
Entry-Level Attorney
L4
parmele disability advocatesChicago, IL6 days ago
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST Location: Remote Why Join Parmele Disability Advocates? At Parmele Disability Advocates, we harness the power of law to create meaningful change. Our attorneys provide compassionate representation to individuals seeking Social Security Disability benefits who are often underserved and require strong advocacy. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives through your legal career, in a firm that values collaboration and professional growth, this opportunity is for you! Our legal team at Parmele Disability Advocates boasts over 150 years of collective experience in disability law, having successfully assisted over 61,000 clients in attaining the benefits they deserve. From our humble beginnings as a two-person start-up to a robust team of 150 across various states, we pride ourselves on our ability to help individuals beyond our physical locations in the Midwest. We cultivate a supportive and engaging team culture by hosting retreats, promoting friendly internal competitions, and celebrating employee achievements every week.
About the Role:
We are looking for a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Hearings Department. This position is open to both licensed attorneys and recently graduated law students close to obtaining their licensure. You will play a crucial role in supporting clients through the Social Security Disability process by preparing them for hearings, advocating on their behalf before administrative law judges, and drafting appeals as necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare clients for administrative hearings with professionalism and empathy
Represent clients during Social Security Disability hearings
Draft administrative appeals for the Appeals Council
Evaluate prospective clients to assess their eligibility for representation
Maintain accurate records and manage deadlines using the firm's case management system
Qualifications:
Active law license in Missouri or Kansas, or the ability to obtain one within one month of hire
Strong legal writing and research skills
Exceptional organization and time management abilities
Capacity to manage a high caseload with meticulous attention to detail
Experience in Social Security Disability law or appellate work is beneficial but not required
1 to 3 years of legal experience preferred Compensation and
Benefits:
This is a salaried position with compensation commensurate with experience, particularly in disability law. We offer an attractive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with nationwide coverage
Life insurance coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
CLE training and attorney registration costs covered by the firm
Malpractice insurance provided
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