Litigation Associate Attorney

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Schaumburg, IL, is seeking a dynamic Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle a diverse caseload of general civil litigation matters, conduct legal research, draft legal documents, represent clients in court hearings and trials, and collaborate closely with paralegals for efficient case management.

Duties:

• Handle a diverse caseload of general civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and case preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Prepared for and represented clients in court hearings and trials.
• Collaborate closely with your assigned paralegal for efficient case management.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel to negotiate settlements and resolutions.
• Stay current with changes in laws and regulations that may impact cases.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in Illinois.
• 5 years of experience in general civil litigation is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in Illinois.

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