Job Overview:

A law firm in Chicago, IL, seeks a dynamic and motivated Junior Business and Securities Litigation Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of litigation experience, with a focus on healthcare litigation being a notable advantage. Exceptional academic credentials and strong writing skills are essential for success in this role. Preferential consideration will be given to candidates who have completed a federal clerkship.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on business and securities litigation matters.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Assist in the management and organization of case files and documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys in case strategy development.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and client meetings as needed.
• Provide support in all phases of the litigation process.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Specialized experience in healthcare litigation is a plus.
• Strong academic background with a law degree from an accredited institution.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility to waive in.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal research and writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a federal clerkship.
• Familiarity with business and securities laws.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Exceptional writing skills.
• Case management and organization.
• Courtroom and deposition experience.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Strong oral advocacy.

This international law firm has 20 offices with over 900 attorneys on its team. Its service areas include financial services litigation, technology and outsourcing, healthcare law, government, criminal and regulatory investigations, real estate and land use, environmental, energy law, insolvency and restructuring, product liability and mass torts, corporate, private wealth services, employee benefits, banking and finance, patents, labor and employment, intellectual property, class action and antitrust and trade regulation.