Attorney - Civil Rights

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated Attorney specializing in Civil Rights to join their team in Edwardsville, IL. The ideal candidate will collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop innovative legal strategies and provide exceptional representation.

Duties

• Represent clients in civil rights cases with professionalism and integrity.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop case strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Advise clients on legal rights and obligations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active law license in Illinois and/or Missouri, in good standing.
• 0-10 years of experience in civil rights practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited institution.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois and/or Missouri.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Voluntary life and ADD insurance.
• Basic term life and ADD insurance at no additional cost.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401K plan with employer match.
• Employee assistance benefits.
• Work from home flexibility.
• Paid sick and holiday leave.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Dress for your day policy.

Founded more than a century ago, this distinguished Illinois-based law firm has six offices in the state and is comprised of a fairly large team of highly skilled attorneys. The firm has extensive legal expertise in litigation and transactional law. Further, the attorneys here are involved in community service, pro bono work, and other in-house initiatives throughout the year.