Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with at least three years of experience to join its Chicago, IL office. This position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse range of civil litigation matters involving complex topics and sophisticated clients.

Duties

• Manage civil litigation cases, including commercial, professional liability, and products liability.
• Handle construction defect, insurance defense/coverage, and workers compensation matters.
• Engage in class actions, torts, breach of contract, breach of warranty, and personal injury cases.
• Collaborate with a national practice team on complex legal matters.
• Assume responsibility for client interactions and case management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in IL.
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Motivated to work in a busy national practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Collegial and collaborative environment.
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility.
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs.
• Competitive compensation and bonus programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), health insurance, and paid parental leave.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.