Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level litigation associate for its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience and must be barred in California and Illinois. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic insurance recovery group, representing athletes, teams, leagues, and institutional clients in a hybrid work environment.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Represent clients in court and during negotiations.
• Collaborate with team members on case strategy.
• Manage case files and client communications.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Bar admission in California and Illinois.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Law firm experience required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in California and Illinois.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized health insurance premiums.
• Firm-paid HSA contributions.
• 100% firm-paid dental and vision insurance for employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Firm-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with discretionary matching.