Associate Attorney needed for Hammond office

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an Indiana-licensed Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of litigation experience to join its defense litigation team in the Hammond, IN office. The role offers hybrid work options and an opportunity to gain experience in various practice areas such as insurance coverage, construction, bodily injury, professional malpractice, and mass torts. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking a dynamic and challenging legal career.

Location:

• Hammond, IN

Duties:

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from start to finish

• Attend court hearings in various counties and courthouses

• Monitor case files to ensure deadlines are met

• Investigate facts and legal matters to determine causes of action

• Conduct legal research, analyze, and interpret law sources such as statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions

• Assist with document review and analysis

• Work collaboratively with colleagues on various litigation matters

Requirements:

• Indiana Bar membership (Illinois license preferred)

• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in defense litigation and insurance coverage

• Deposition experience is required

• Ability to manage a caseload and handle all aspects of litigation

• Strong organizational, research, and communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Must be able to provide writing samples

• Interest in litigating across various practice areas

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Indiana Bar (Illinois Bar preferred)

Skills:

• Strong litigation and deposition skills

• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines

• Proficient in legal writing and document review

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with an annual review and associate bonus program

• Hybrid work options to support work-life balance

• Access to in-house Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs and legal association memberships

• Structured mentor program and community service involvement

• Comprehensive benefits package, including multiple health options, 401(k) matching, and profit-sharing programs

• Year-end bonus recognizing non-billable efforts such as pro bono work and professional development

• Equal opportunity employment and a supportive, dynamic work environment

Headquartered in Edwardsville, Illinois, this law firm also has offices in five more locations in Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana, including offices in Chicago and Hammond. The firm offers a full range of legal services to its clients including antitrust law, environmental law, products liability, real estate, employment and labor law, personal injury, and workers' compensation. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized in the lists of Rising Stars and Super Lawyers.