Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-7 years of experience in Chicago, IL. The role offers a flexible work-from-home arrangement after an initial training period. Candidates must be licensed in Illinois and have litigation experience. Mediation and arbitration experience is preferred, as is familiarity with the Illinois Condominium Property Act.

Duties

• Represent clients in courts and administrative hearings in the Chicagoland area.
• Engage in civil litigation activities, including drafting pleadings, briefs, and conducting depositions and trials.
• Participate in Continuing Legal Education trainings.
• Manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Support multiple clients with effective communication and personalized service.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Sound judgment in handling confidential matters.
• Capable of managing a varied workload.
• Team-oriented with independent work capability.
• Awareness of Illinois statutes and case law updates.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with high initiative.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree.

Certifications

• Illinois Bar license required.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Efficient project management.
• High-quality work and client service commitment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life and AD&D coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance.
• Retirement plan eligibility.