Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a dedicated Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of litigation experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in drafting brief motions, handling discovery, and preparing for trials. They should also possess exceptional interpersonal, communication, research, analysis, and writing skills.

Duties:

• Draft briefs and motions to support clients' litigation needs.
• Manage fact and expert discovery, including document review, interrogatories, and requests for production.
• Prepare for and engage in depositions and trial preparation.
• Assume significant responsibility in the management of assigned matters.
• Play a front-facing role with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong academic and professional excellence.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing membership with the Illinois Bar Association.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar membership, active and in good standing, in IL is required.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional research and analysis abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting legal briefs and motions.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client interactions.
• Trial preparation and deposition experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities effectively.

Benefits: The law firm offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment.

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