Associate

Associate — Trial & Defense Litigation, Chicago

  • LocationChicago, Illinois
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience2–6 PQE
  • Compensation$160k–$185k
  • PracticeLitigation

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Seeking a litigation associate to join a busy Chicago trial team handling general liability, product liability, premises liability and catastrophic-injury matters. The role involves full case responsibility from investigation and discovery through motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.

Typical responsibilities include managing a caseload of roughly 10 20 matters, developing case strategies, drafting and responding to discovery and motions, taking and defending depositions, and preparing pre-trial and trial materials. The position requires regular, professional interaction with opposing counsel and clients.

The team offers hybrid working, mentorship and structured career development, performance-based bonuses, student loan assistance, inclusive parental leave, and wellbeing benefits.

  • 2 6 years of litigation experience, with substantial trial and defense work
  • Experience taking/defending depositions, drafting/responding to discovery, and motion practice
  • Strong legal research and writing skills (Westlaw experience preferred)
  • Licensed to practice in Illinois
  • Proactive, organized, effective oral advocate with strong interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple matters

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