Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in drafting briefs and motions, handling fact and expert discovery, and engaging in deposition and trial preparation. They should possess strong interpersonal, communication, research, analysis, and writing skills, as well as demonstrate a track record of academic and professional excellence. The candidate should be ready to take on significant responsibility in managing their matters and interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

Duties:

• Drafting briefs and motions
• Handling fact and expert discovery
• Engaging in deposition and trial preparation
• Managing matters with significant responsibility
• Interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of litigation experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Bar membership, active and in good standing, in IL

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Bar membership, active and in good standing, in IL

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in legal research and analysis
• Exceptional writing skills
• Track record of academic and professional excellence

A general practice firm that has specialist lawyers in many areas of law, this firm's attorneys have unrivaled experience in law and government as several of them have served in various capacities across multiple agencies and administrations. The firm vigorously advocates for clients' interests through the utilization of its unparalleled expertise in the areas of energy, transactional law, and patent & technology litigation, while protecting clients' data through its extensive use of privacy and cybersecurity measures. Home to over 500 lawyers, the firm places a high value on its human resources, and this is evident in the high career advancement levels achieved by its attorneys. The firm also promotes family values and social inclusivity among its staff.