Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Chicago, IL, to manage local and national accounts. The role requires admission to practice in Illinois, with preference for candidates also admitted to the Texas, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa bar. The firm specializes in toxic tort, complex product liability, general liability, and professional liability.

Duties

• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Review, analyze, and draft discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Provide trial preparation and support.
• Investigate facts.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Attend court hearings and trials.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in Illinois (secondary admission to Missouri, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, or Texas bar preferred).
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Lead experience in plaintiff and expert depositions preferred.
• Capable of independent work.
• Highly organized and efficient.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Strong analytical skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong case management skills.
• Precision in legal writing.
• Professionalism in depositions and court hearings.
• Excellent analytical and critical reasoning skills.
• Ability to think strategically under pressure.
• Client-focused mentality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance plans.
• Dental insurance plans.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Fitness center reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Parental leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Additional leave programs.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306