Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: Seeking a Litigation Attorney on behalf of a reputable law firm in Chicago, IL. The role involves managing complex litigation cases, representing clients in various legal proceedings, and working on matters including civil rights and tort cases. The attorney will work in a hybrid environment, providing both courtroom representation and case management support.

Duties:

• Represent clients in hearings, trials, depositions, and mediations.
• Gather and analyze evidence, records, and case-related documentation.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout the litigation process.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and correspondence.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop case strategies and ensure smooth litigation processes.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience handling civil rights and tort cases.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and effectively communicate with clients.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research and case management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Experts in providing substantial governmental counseling to the Chicago metro area, these attorneys go way back. Representing throughout the years an unprecedented client base of local municipalities, schools and park districts, this firm has seen and done it all. If you're looking for a small firm environment with an established relationship in the community and want to work on complex governmental projects, this is certainly one of the best.