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Litigation

About the job

About the Position:

Our client, a global, Midwest-based law firm, is actively seeking a business litigation attorney to join its Chicago office as an associate. The firm’s trial-ready commercial litigation team handles high-stakes class actions, consumer protection matters, and bet-the-company cases, with litigators across its national offices who have tried cases in all fifty states and associates who gain substantial courtroom experience.

Highlights:

· Ranked as a top law firm in the Midwest

· Ranked as one of the country’s best law firms by U.S. News – Best Law Firms

· Firm is a leader in leveraging technology to support clients

· Partner closely with attorneys across offices and practice disciplines

Responsibilities:

· Develop and carry out strategy on complex business disputes in Illinois state and federal courts, from discovery through dispositive motions and hearings

· Prepare persuasive pleadings, motions, and court filings, and argue motions before the court

· Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and coordinate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel

· Run key aspects of matters independently, including supervising junior attorneys

Required Qualifications:

· 4-5 years of complex business litigation experience

· Strong written and oral advocacy skills, with familiarity with Illinois state and federal court procedures

· Settlement negotiation and trial preparation experience preferred

· Strong academic credentials

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $290,000 – $350,000.