Associate Attorney needed for Barrington office

A law firm in Barrington is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should hold a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and possess a bar license in good standing. This role offers benefits including paid vacation and holidays, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, effective from the first day of the month following hire date, as well as 401k matching, and short and long-term disability coverage.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and negotiations.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients.
• Assist with case management and strategy development.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ethical standards.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar license in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Prior experience in legal research, writing, and litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education:

Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Bar license in good standing.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Litigation and courtroom experience.
• Client representation and advocacy.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Case management and strategy development.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.