This is a hybrid role. You must live in Chicago and be admitted to the bar in Illinois
This position imparts broad responsibilities and exposes you to a range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters.
You will manage litigation cases and resolve legal disputes on behalf of clients by developing agreements, negotiating contacts, setting claims and advocating for clients in court.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the firm's clients in IL
- Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters
- Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
- Communicating with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims
- Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law
Qualifications:
- Must be currently admitted to practice law in IL (multi-state admission would be amazing)
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm