Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Chicago, IL is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Associate Attorney to join its legal team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-exposure cases, specifically those involving catastrophic injuries from construction, transportation, and premises liability matters. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment with responsibilities that span all phases of litigation.

Duties:

• Manage and defend complex cases involving significant personal injury claims
• Conduct thorough investigations and develop comprehensive case strategies
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including depositions, discovery, and pretrial motions
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and other legal documents
• Represent clients in courtroom appearances and oral arguments
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to formulate defense strategies
• Maintain a high level of client interaction, providing updates and managing expectations throughout case progression

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in civil litigation, preferably in Cook County and surrounding areas
• Proven ability to handle litigation matters, from inception to trial
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong verbal communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Illinois

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presence
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex legal problems

Job Location:
Chicago, IL

The law firm's reputation is built on its experience of over 70 years of serving clients in complex, high-stakes matters. Its wide range of practice areas includes appellate litigation, insurance coverage, class action and multidistrict litigation, legal malpractice defense, professional liability defense, corporate and business law, and premises and general liability. The firm's office is located in Chicago, Illinois.