Government Investigations And White Collar Defense Associate Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Government Investigations and White Collar Defense Associate Attorney for their Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate should possess:

Job Overview:

• Position: Government Investigations and White Collar Defense Associate Attorney
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Experience Level: 3-5 years of civil, government investigations, and/or white collar criminal defense experience
• Education: . degree with strong academic credentials
• Licensure: Admitted in (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in, Illinois

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to civil, government investigations, and white-collar criminal defense matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Participate in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Assist in conducting internal investigations and responding to government inquiries
• Provide legal counsel to clients regarding SEC enforcement matters, False Claims Act matters, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act defense
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and client representation

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in civil, government investigations, and/or white collar criminal defense
• Exposure to complex civil litigation and white-collar criminal matters preferred
• Familiarity with SEC enforcement matters, internal investigations, False Claims Act matters, and/or Foreign Corrupt Practices Act defense is advantageous
• Strong research and brief writing skills
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility and intent to become admitted

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Brief writing
• Litigation support
• Client counseling
• Case management
• Team collaboration

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