Partner Attorney (Transactional or Litigation)

Partner Attorney – Chicago (Transactional or Litigation)A long‑established Chicago law firm—recognized for its deep experience in real estate, municipal law, finance, corporate matters, and litigation—is actively seeking a Partner‑level Attorney to support its ongoing strategic growth. The firm has been operating for nearly a century and is currently expanding its attorney roster while maintaining a modern, flexible, and highly collaborative culture.Location: Chicago, ILPractice Areas ConsideredThe firm is open to Partners in any of its core practice areas, including both transactional and litigation work. Strong fits include:Municipal LawPublic & Project FinanceReal Estate Transactions & FinanceZoning, Development & Land UseConstruction LawCorporate TransactionsBusiness & Commercial LitigationKey RequirementsApproximately $500K+ portable book of business (slightly less may be considered).Experience in any of the firm’s established practice areas.Team‑oriented personality; the firm places strong emphasis on social/cultural engagement.Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business development skills.No billable hour requirement — expectations set individually.CompensationBase salary: $200K+ (potentially up to ~$300K depending on the candidate).Origination bonusesServicing bonusesReferral bonuses for cross‑selling work internallyHighly competitive overall structure; the firm has successfully recruited Partners from BigLaw.Work ArrangementLoose hybrid scheduleNot strictly tracked; flexibility is emphasized.BenefitsHealth InsuranceLife & Disability InsuranceMalpractice Insurance401(k) with Profit‑Sharing ContributionsPre‑tax commuter benefitsPaid holidays & paid vacationPaid CLE, bar dues, and relevant travelFirm‑wide social events and wellbeing activitiesSupportive, modernized work environment despite being a legacy firmFirm HighlightsNearly 100 years in operationGrowing significantly and hiring across multiple groupsApproximately 15 attorneys, ~20 total staffWide range of practice areas including real estate, municipal, corporate, litigation, construction, employment, transportation, digital infrastructure, and moreFlexible billables and highly collaborative culturePartners enjoy high autonomy and support to grow their practiceInterview ProcessTypically, 1–2 interviews with firm leadership.