Business Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Business Litigation Associate to join its Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience in complex litigation, with a strong foundation in motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation.

Duties

• Engage in motion practice and discovery processes.
• Draft briefs and prepare witnesses for depositions.
• Take and defend depositions effectively.
• Participate in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.
• Manage cases from fact investigation through all discovery phases.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of experience in complex litigation.
• Proven track record of hands-on responsibility in litigation.
• Exceptional writing skills and confident oral advocacy.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Illinois bar admission required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Illinois State Bar.

Skills

• Strong foundation in complex litigation.
• Experience in motion practice and discovery.
• Ability to manage cases end-to-end.
• Exceptional writing and oral advocacy skills.

Benefits

• Clear path to partnership with transparent expectations.
• Robust mentoring at every career stage.
• Direct access to partners and clients.
• Competitive and sustainable billing expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Structured professional development programs.
• Dynamic, inclusive culture fostering collaboration and innovation.

With over eight decades of experience in handling cases involving antitrust & trade regulations, public finance, healthcare, environmental law, and bankruptcy, this firm has racked up substantial legal victories for its numerous clients in a variety of industries, from automotive to energy and hospitality. The firm has achieved all of this through the application of tenacious advocacy skills, as well as comprehensive case reviews and insightful cost-effective strategy implementation to every individual case. Accordingly, it has earned the respect and trust of its clients. With offices across the US, the firm only hires the best legal talent available, and its recruits are trained in line with the latest industry standards of practice. It also offers several financial incentives and salary packages, and actively encourages a healthy work-life balance as it recognizes the need for lawyers to live pleasant, satisfying lives outside of the workplace.