Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate to join its Chicago, Illinois office. The firm specializes in complex commercial and patent litigation, utilizing alternative billing arrangements to align client and counsel interests for efficient case resolution. The role involves collaborating with large national law firms and focusing on case strategy, trials, and discovery.

Duties

• Collaborate on complex commercial and patent litigation cases.
• Develop and implement overall case strategies.
• Participate in trials and manage expert teams.
• Conduct key discovery processes.

Requirements

• 4+ years of litigation experience.
• Demonstrated academic excellence.
• Strong intellectual curiosity and determination.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

Specializing in intellectual property, antitrust, and large-scale commercial litigation, this innovative firm focuses on a big picture. Delivering the right results for large clients, the team of lawyers is committed to providing exceptional legal services. The team of dedicated lawyers makes a difference in the world by serving communities outside the courtroom. The pro-bono work includes representation of immigrants seeking asylum, and other disadvantaged members of the community. The firm has numerous opportunities for professional growth. Offering a collaborative environment and rewarding compensation help achieve desirable and impressive results for clients. This boutique firm believes that hiring a diverse team inspires people to do their best work.