Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per yearWhy This Is a Great OpportunityJoin a high-caliber litigation team known for complex, high-exposure trial and appellate workGet real stand-up experience in court and depositions while sharpening your strategy, writing, and advocacyStructured mentorship with both a senior associate and partner mentor assigned to youOngoing learning: monthly CLE trainings plus biweekly “Litigation Luncheons” with the full attorney teamStrong compensation upside with annual bonus opportunities, profit sharing, and regular feedback cyclesExcellent benefits including parental leave for all new parents and a free 24-hour gym membershipLocation: Chicago, IL. The firm supports a hybrid schedule after an initial training period, with a typical rhythm of two remote days and three in-office days per week (adjusted as needed for court, depositions, and case demands).Note: Must be an Illinois-licensed attorney with 2+ years of litigation experience and meaningful courtroom and deposition experience. Permanent U.S. work authorization is required.About Our ClientOur client is a respected Chicago litigation firm with a long track record in high-stakes bench and jury trials and strong results on appeal. They’re known for serious training, collaborative attorney development, and giving associates the chance to take real ownership of their cases.Job DescriptionDefend medical malpractice matters and handle a broad range of litigation tasks from early case assessment through resolutionDraft and argue motions, manage discovery, and prepare pleadings, briefs, and other persuasive legal writingTake and defend depositions, work with experts, and help shape case strategy on complex liability and damages issuesAppear in court for hearings, status conferences, and other litigation events as neededCommunicate clearly with clients, carriers, and internal stakeholders while balancing multiple deadlinesWork closely with partners and senior attorneys while steadily growing independent case responsibilityQualificationsActive Illinois Bar license in good standing2+ years of litigation experience, ideally including medical malpractice defense, professional liability, or insurance defenseCourtroom experience and deposition experience that you can speak to in an interviewStrong legal research and writing skills with excellent attention to detailOrganized, proactive, and comfortable owning deadlines and moving work forwardWhy You’ll Love Working HereMentorship program with a senior associate mentor and partner mentorMonthly CLE-style trainings and biweekly litigation luncheons that accelerate learning fastClear performance cadence: written feedback reviews twice per year, with raises typically in JulyBonus and profit-sharing potential, plus a team that values initiative, professionalism, and strong advocacyBenefits that support real life, including parental leave for all new parents and strong medical premium coverageJPC-650Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:Dental insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insurance