Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected national law firm with a busy, growing litigation practice and a strong platform for long-term career growth.
- Work on complex business litigation matters in state and federal court with meaningful partner interaction and hands-on case responsibility.
- Build your courtroom, drafting, discovery, and client-management skills while supporting sophisticated civil litigation from inception forward.
- Step into a collaborative, professional environment that values excellence, integrity, client service, and strong legal judgment.
- Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, 401(k)/profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, transportation allowance, employee assistance resources, and access to the Calm app.
Location: This is an on-site opportunity based in Chicago, Illinois, offering the chance to build your litigation career in one of the country’s most active legal markets.
Note: Candidates must have 4+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts, be licensed to practice law in Illinois, and be in good standing with the ARDC.
About Us
We are a full-service national law firm with a busy and growing litigation practice. Our team is known for high-quality client service, practical legal strategy, strong advocacy, and a collegial professional culture. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and other litigation documents in complex business and civil litigation matters.
- Appear in Illinois state court and federal court for hearings, conferences, and other litigation proceedings.
- Support partners throughout the full litigation lifecycle, including case assessment, strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Conduct legal research and draft persuasive written work product with accuracy, clarity, and strong legal analysis.
- Manage deadlines, priorities, client needs, and multiple active matters in a fast-paced litigation environment.
- Collaborate with partners, attorneys, clients, and internal teams to move matters forward efficiently and professionally.
- Meet or exceed monthly billable hour expectations while maintaining excellent quality and responsiveness.
Qualifications
- 4+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts.
- Active Illinois law license and good standing with the ARDC required.
- Strong research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, and litigation correspondence.
- Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and partner priorities with sound judgment.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, professionalism, and client-service mindset.
- Ability to pass a background check as a condition of employment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will join a highly respected litigation team where your work matters, your development is supported, and your legal skills will continue to grow. We offer the structure and resources of a national platform with the hands-on experience, mentorship, and responsibility that ambitious litigation associates want. This is a strong opportunity for an Illinois-licensed attorney who wants sophisticated work, meaningful courtroom exposure, and a long-term path in business litigation.
JPC-1137
Pay: $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is hybrid at the Chicago, IL location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- complex litigation: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- IL bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60617
