Cyber, Privacy, And Data Innovation Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Cyber, Privacy, And Data Innovation Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will handle a robust pipeline of sophisticated, innovative, and industry-leading litigation, including class actions, across various industry verticals such as technology, finance, life sciences, and energy. Key responsibilities and qualifications include:

Job Overview:

• Work on diverse litigation cases, including class actions, within technology, finance, life sciences, and energy sectors.
• Assume early and significant responsibility in managing complex disputes and litigation.
• Directly interact with clients, manage discovery processes, conduct depositions, handle court appearances and oral arguments, and manage mediations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all complex disputes and litigation aspects, including client interactions and discovery processes.
• Conducted depositions and represented clients in court appearances and key hearings.
• Collaborate with firms' industry-leading eDiscovery, Analytics, and Litigation Support teams.
• Handle mediation and negotiations effectively.
• Participate actively in case strategy development and implementation.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Membership to IL State Bar.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal research abilities.
• Superb writing and oral communication skills.
• Passionate, self-motivated, and proactive critical thinker.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to balance independence with teamwork.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Membership to the Illinois State Bar.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Noteworthy writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong legal research abilities.
• Proficiency in managing complex litigation processes.
• Proactive critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Full elective health benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Robust mental well-being benefits.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Health savings account (with the applicable medical plan).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Long-term care insurance.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program.
• Generous Parental leave benefits.
• Paid holidays.