Partner

Lateral Partner, Litigation & Securities — Chicago

An Am Law 100 firm

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This remains an active confidential search at partner level. The brief is revisited each cycle with the client, and the detail below reflects the current brief.

Senior litigation partner opportunity in a busy Chicago office, focused on securities-related disputes, regulatory enforcement matters and white-collar investigations. The role will lead complex litigation and enforcement work, advise corporate clients on exposure and risk mitigation, and handle trial and appellate matters as needed.

The team seeks a partner to help grow and mentor associates, develop new client relationships, and work collaboratively across practices on cross-border and corporate regulatory matters. This is a high-visibility position with significant responsibility for matter strategy and business development.

  • Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
  • Established partner-level experience in securities litigation, enforcement, or white-collar defense
  • Proven trial or major-motion experience and strong courtroom advocacy
  • Track record of business development and client relationship management
  • Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or ability to obtain it

If the brief does not read like an exact match, a conversation is still worth having — these mandates flex around the right practice.

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