Commercial And Employment Litigation Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Commercial And Employment Litigation Attorney for its Chicago, IL office.

Job Overview:

• Works under the direction of the Office Managing Partner, Practice Group Leader, and/or Partners in preparing matters for hearing, trial, arbitration, or mediation.
• Responsibilities include drafting correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters, and other documents; reviewing and analyzing documents for relevance and privilege; preparing for, attending, and summarizing depositions; coordinating with witnesses; and communicating with clients, courts, and other counsel.
• Maintains current knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP, and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Coordinates and communicates with parties outside the Firm including clients, courts, opposing and co-counsels, vendors, attorneys, secretaries, paralegals, case assistants, managers, and other staff.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters, and other legal documents.
• Review and analyze documents for relevance and privilege.
• Prepare for, attend, and summarize depositions.
• Coordinate with witnesses.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and other counsel.
• Maintain knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP, and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Coordinate and communicate with various parties outside the firm.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of commercial and employment litigation experience.
• Must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Command of the English language.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Full benefits package.
• Eligibility for subjective and objective bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.

The Midwest office entered the legal market four years ago. The office employs eighteen practiced attorneys. Class actions, products liability, employment, professional liability, insurance coverage, and construction are a number of their practice disciplines. The Midwest office represents corporate and insurance clients. Attorneys embrace community outreach.