Illinois Legal Jobs

Litigation/Trial Attorney The candidate will handle all phases of the litigation and trial process. Will conduct initial case investigation and review evidence. Draft, edit and revise documents. Research unique legal issues by identifying applicable statutes and judicial decisions. Keep abreast of legislative changes. Develop solutions to complex legal questions. Provide training to companies and individuals on substantive legal topics and updates. Assist with the marketin... read more

Seeking Asset Finance/Securitization Associate with 1-3 years of experience. Candidate will be representing corporate clients or financial institutions in securitization transactions. Will handle a wide range of securitization and structured finance transactions and to interact directly with clients and opposing counsel. Experience in secured lending, capital markets or securitization transactions is beneficial. The ability to work well as part of a team is essential. read more

SOAR Coordinator Duties: Work with the referral source and community partners to identify candidates through team meetings, outreaches, and referrals; Assist individuals applying for disability benefits using the SOAR components; Complete interviews with clients to gather information to complete SSI/SSDI applications; Gather medical records and other information to complete SSI/SSDI applications; Accompany clients to appointments at the Social Security Administration; Coor... read more

Law Internship Intern will assist with all aspects of representing low to moderate income individuals in cases involving family law and housing law. Responsibilities may include assisting with client intake, drafting pleadings and correspondence, appearing in court, filing court documents, and data entry. This is an ideal opportunity for a law student who is eligible for a license under the Supreme Court Rule 711 at the time of the application or a recent law school gradua... read more

Staff Attorney Responsibilities: 1) handling cases in multiple areas of law; 2) supporting the operations of “community activism-law clinics” located directly in low-income communities, and 3) contributing to community education and empowerment programs—know-your-rights presentations, self-help workshops, and immigration Helpline. read more

Corporate Counsel The candidate will function as a member of the corporate law department, handling legal matters which arise from the day to day operations of a growing, complex and dynamic company operating in a highly regulated industry. Report to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of the Company, and will be located at the Company’s corporate headquarters in Lisle. The primary focus of this position will be negotiating (a) leases, licenses and e... read more

National Campaign Director, Tax and Budget Program The candidate will be responsible for directing campaign strategy, influencing stakeholders, political organizing, coalition-building, evaluating policy choices, fundraising and developing staff. Will be taking on one of the most important issues facing democracy. Evaluate the research on the issue, create viable policy solutions and propose the right political strategy and messaging. Take policies directly to key decision... read more

Seeking Employee Benefits/ERISA Associate with 3-4 years of experience in employee benefits/ERISA. The candidate should have strong experience with qualified retirement plan issues, and experience with compliance matters is preferred. Admittance to the Illinois Bar is preferred. Experience in health and welfare plan issues and executive compensation issues is also helpful. read more

Post-Graduate Law Fellowship The fellow will work closely with attorneys and legal advocates. Fellow will carry own caseloads and gain valuable experience in providing legal assistance. Fellows will also have the opportunity to work on policy and systemic advocacy work with legal team. Must be Law students finishing their second year of law school, recent law school graduates, and those with judicial clerkships are invited to apply. read more

Chicago- Debt Finance Associate The candidate will focuses primarily on representing private equity funds, restructuring financing, and other corporate borrowers. Must have outstanding credentials and qualifications to join our Debt Finance group. Must have 2 -5 years of experience in the structuring, documentation and negotiation of secured and unsecured financing transactions for both borrowers and lenders, including senior secured, mezzanine and subordinated debt tran... read more