Associate — Trial & Defense Litigation, Chicago
- LocationChicago, Illinois
- Work typeOn-site
- Experience2–6 PQE
- Compensation$160k–$185k
- PracticeLitigation
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Apply in confidence →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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