Bankruptcy Attorney / Litigation - General Attorney in Northfield, IL

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Associate Attorney The candidate will manage cases with an emphasis on residential real estate litigation, bankruptcy, mortgage and transactional matters and protect the client's interest in litigation proceedings. Will manage cases from inception to completion. Prepare analysis of case and advise client regarding strategies. Draft court pleadings. Handle discovery, including filing and defense of motions. Attend court hearings, both telephonic and in person. Other duties and special projects as needed.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have Bachelor's Degree. Must have Juris Doctor from accredited law school . Must have 2+ years of experience in the practice of law, preferably litigation, real estate or mortgage law. Must have Admission to practice law in the state of Illinois. Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Must have the ability to interpret client systems. Must be proficient in software tools including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet. Must have ability to manage and prioritize large caseloads.

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