Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate for its Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will engage in complex, high-stakes plaintiffs' class, mass, and government enforcement actions. This role offers an opportunity to work on challenging legal matters in a dynamic environment.

Duties

• Brief complex issues of first impression.
• Conduct advanced legal research.
• Manage general litigation matters, including court appearances and case management.
• Negotiate and draft settlements.

Requirements

• 1-6 years of litigation experience.
• Significant court experience.
• Intellectual creativity and ability to navigate issues of first impression.
• Superior writing and research skills.
• Clerkship experience preferred.

Education

• Excellent academic record from a top law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Illinois or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Commuter benefits.

This law firm is a leader in mass action litigation with a focus on privacy and technology cases. Their areas of practice include commercial litigation, employee rights litigation, consumer protection, tech, and privacy. Their offices are located in Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA.