Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

1-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in drafting briefs and motions, handling fact and expert discovery, and engaging in deposition and trial preparation. They should possess strong interpersonal, communication, research, analysis, and writing skills, as well as demonstrate a track record of academic and professional excellence. The candidate should be ready to take on significant responsibility in managing their matters and interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

Duties:

• Drafting briefs and motions
• Handling fact and expert discovery
• Engaging in deposition and trial preparation
• Managing matters with significant responsibility
• Interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of litigation experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Bar membership, active and in good standing, in IL

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar membership, active and in good standing, in IL

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in legal research and analysis
• Exceptional writing skills
• Track record of academic and professional excellence

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