Job Title

Associate Attorney for Toxic Tort/Product Liability Practice Group

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Attorney to join our Toxic Tort/Product Liability practice group in our Chicago office.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A current, active license to practice law in Illinois;
• At least 2 years of experience in civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, and other related litigation documents;
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce high-quality work;
• A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
• Experience handling mediations/arbitrations is a plus.

This role offers opportunities for career advancement within a well-established organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management, with the support of a supervising partner, and handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload, including drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, and other related litigation documents;
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case development and strategy;
• Take and defend depositions, as well as prepare clients and/or insurance carriers for testimony;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues;
• Stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations, as well as industry trends and developments.

Requirements

• Current, active license to practice law in Illinois (dual licensure with surrounding states desirable);
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in civil litigation;
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce high-quality work;
• Willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
• Experience handling mediations/arbitrations is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package;
• Opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination;
• 401(k) with match;
• Dental insurance;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee discount;
• Flexible spending account;
• Health insurance;
• Health savings account;
• Life insurance;
• Paid time off;
• Parental leave;
• Professional development assistance;
• Referral program;
• Vision insurance.