Associate Attorney Litigation

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join their litigation team in Chicago, IL. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial, real estate, and general litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation with a focus on real estate or commercial law and possess a client-focused approach to delivering legal services.

Duties:

• Represent clients in various litigation matters, including commercial, real estate, and telecommunications cases.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including conducting document reviews and managing eDiscovery processes.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and briefs for state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research (using Westlaw) and prepare detailed memoranda.
• Attend and conduct depositions, working closely with clients and witnesses.
• Participate in court hearings, both in person and remotely.
• Organize and manage case-related documents and maintain an efficient workflow with support staff.
• Handle additional duties and responsibilities as required by the firm.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of litigation experience, with preference for candidates with commercial or real estate litigation experience.
• Strong courtroom experience, including depositions and hearings.
• Familiarity with eDiscovery software (e.g., Logikcull, Relativity, DISCO) is a plus.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Illinois and in good standing.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Illinois.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Courtroom and deposition experience.
• Knowledge of eDiscovery software.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple cases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This law firm offers legal solutions for private and public entities. Their areas of practice include real estate, taxation, tax credits, finance, corporate, and trusts. The firm is located in Illinois.