Chicago Business Litigation Associate
$140,000–$175,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
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.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts
- Active Illinois law license and good standing with the ARDC
- 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
- Must be available for on-site work in Chicago, Illinois
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