Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This role offers significant courtroom experience, involving regular court appearances and management of a contested litigation queue. The position includes reviewing new claims and pleadings, with no billable hour requirements.

Duties

• Appear in court a minimum of three days per week.
• Review new claims for compliance.
• Sign off on pleadings for court filings.
• Draft motions and responses to contested matters.
• Argue contested motions and conduct trials and arbitrations.
• Manage communication with opposing counsel.
• Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to Illinois Bar; additional licenses in other states are valuable.

Education

• Juris Doctorate

Certifications

• Admittance to Illinois Bar

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with Collection Master or similar case management systems preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups and maintain professionalism.
• Independent decision-making and detail-oriented.

Benefits

• Not specified