Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience for its Chicago office. At Hawkins Parnell & Young, you will have the opportunity to participate in all stages of cases and to make court appearances as part of a team of seasoned attorneys handling toxic tort cases and civil litigation.The ideal candidate will have experience drafting critical motions and written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in pretrial motions and discovery disputes.What You Will Be DoingManaging a caseload of litigated claims by preparing them for trial, including developing case-specific defense strategiesAttending depositions, hearings, and/or mediationsAnalyzing discovery, medical records, expert defense strategy, and motion practiceResearching legal issues and investigating people, businesses, and worksitesDrafting of briefs, memos, and client updatesWhat You Need To BringActively licensed and in good standing with the State of Illinois3 - 6 years’ experience in defense litigation, with toxic tort experience a plusSubstantial deposition experienceAbility to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlinesClient-focused mentalityMust be a self-starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlinesAbility to work flexibly and independently within a strong teamWhat You Will ReceiveCompetitive compensation including potential quarterly bonuses, year-end bonuses, and referral incentivesHybrid work arrangementMentorship by experienced partnersCamaraderie through work and social activities with the firm’s local and national attorneysAllowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firmMarketing allowance401K planHealth & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans availableHSA and FSA plansCompany provided life insuranceCompany paid long-term disability coverage and available short-term disability coverageParental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramTo be considered for this position, attach a writing sample to your application.Why Hawkins Parnell & Young?Hawkins Parnell is a national defense litigation firm that has represented many of the largest and most well-known companies in high-risk litigation and business disputes, including half of the Fortune 500. The 250-strong litigation team works with clients to develop winning defense strategies and, if necessary, try cases to verdict in all 50 states.Over the last half-century, our success has relied on one distinction: OUR PEOPLE. We rely on the uniqueness of each team member to create a culture that drives innovation and exceptional results for our diverse client roster. Through actively embracing different backgrounds and perspectives, we foster an environment that is vibrant, challenging, and rewarding.Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer