Senior Attorney needed for Chicago office

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, seeks a Senior Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in civil litigation, particularly in state and federal courts. They must possess excellent communication, research, writing, and analytical skills and a proven track record of meeting deadlines and producing quality work products. Trial experience is highly desirable, and experience with multi-district litigation is a plus.

Job Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities, such as working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 4 years of experience with civil litigation in state and federal courts.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions, managing a case docket, and appearing in court is preferred.
• Experience handling multi-district litigation is a plus.
• Trial experience is highly desirable.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar, with good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a case docket efficiently.
• Proficiency in conducting and defending depositions.
• Trial experience and familiarity with court proceedings.
• Adaptability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work products.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.