Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney in Chicago, IL, with 3-5 years of experience to litigate in various practice areas, including product liability, toxic tort, class-action and mass tort, and medical malpractice. Candidates dual licensed in IL & IN and IL & WI are encouraged to apply.

Duties

• Manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Draft critical motions and develop written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in court proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and pursue new opportunities.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Dual licensure in IL & IN or IL & WI preferred.
• Trial and appellate experience valued.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Immaculate presentation skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong case management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit.

Benefits

• Discretionary profit-sharing contributions.
• Merit-based discretionary bonus.

This is a trial firm with cases tried to verdict in thirty-five states, earning the firm national recognition. The firm has six offices throughout the midwest, including St. Louis, Chicago, and three other cities in Illinois. The firm also has a strong presence in Indiana. Practice areas cover a wide array of subjects including family law, entertainment, asbestos litigation, class action defense, construction, environmental law, professional liability, insurance, professional malpractice, and more. The firm has been operating for nearly 25 years, valuing diversity in its recruitment.