Jamie J. Flores, Associate
Jamie Flores’s practice focuses on the defense of employers and insurance carriers for claims arising under the Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act.
Jamie is known for being detail oriented as well as her great sense of humor, both of which serve her well in the defense litigation process. “I love building connections with my clients. As a First-Generation attorney, I understand the importance of hard work and perseverance.”
Jamie was highly involved in student activities at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. She served as the Chief Justice for the Moot Court Executive Board, the President of the Women’s Law Caucus and a representative for the Latinx Law Student Association. Throughout these roles, Jamie learned the importance of being a good leader and networking.
Jamie lives in the Chicagoland area and loves spending time with family and friends. She is bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish). In her free time, she enjoys reading, coloring and cooking.
Professional Activities
- Illinois State Bar Association, Member
- Hispanic National Bar Association, Member
- Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, Member
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois, Member
Recognition
- Dean’s List, University of Illinois Chicago Law School
- Recipient, Academic All-American Appellate Advocate Award (2025)
- Recipient, Dean’s Scholarship Award, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law (2022-2025)
- Recipient, Hispanic Lawyers Scholarship from the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois (2024)
- Recipient, Women’s Bar Foundation Scholarship from the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois (2024)
- Finalist and 2nd Place Overall, Hispanic National Bar Association Uvaldo Herrera National Moot Court Competition, University of Illinois Chicago Law School
- Best Oral Advocate Award, Frederick Douglas Moot Court Competition, University of Illinois Chicago Law School
Special Experience
- Judicial Extern for the Honorable Judge Thomas More Donnelly