A law firm is currently seeking a Litigation Attorney with a focus on commercial transactions to join their team in Rockford, IL. The Litigation Attorney will be responsible for managing and representing clients in commercial transactions. The ideal candidate should possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and hold an active State of Illinois Law license in good standing. The candidate should have 3-7 years of experience in handling commercial transactions.
Duties:
- Represent clients in commercial transaction cases, including contract disputes, negotiations, and breach of contract matters.
- Draft and review legal documents related to commercial transactions, such as contracts, agreements, and deeds.
- Conduct legal research to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Provide legal advice and guidance on complex commercial transactions.
- Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders in the resolution of commercial disputes.
- Attend court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations as necessary.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active State of Illinois Law license in good standing.
- 3-7 years of experience in commercial transactions.
- In-depth knowledge of commercial laws, contract principles, and business regulations.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.
Skills:
- Commercial transactions experience.
- Legal research and analysis.
- Contract drafting and review.
- Negotiation skills.
- Courtroom representation and advocacy.
- Client communication and counseling.
- Collaboration with legal professionals.