Associate Attorney

Kelleher + Holland, LLC; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelleher + Holland, LLC in North Barrington, IL seeks an entry-level Litigation Attorney to support a growing civil litigation practice. You will work alongside senior attorneys on a range of matters, from research to drafting motions and preparing for depositions.

This full-time, in-person role is ideal for a recently admitted attorney with 1–3 years of experience who wants hands-on casework and mentoring to develop courtroom fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois license to practice law required.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred; strong academic or clerkship background considered.
• Strong legal writing and research skills required.
• Eagerness to learn and take on increasing case responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and other court filings
• Assist with written discovery and deposition preparation
• Attend court hearings, status conferences, and mediations alongside senior attorneys
• Support case strategy and client communications under attorney supervision
• Help manage case files, deadlines, and court filings

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Litigation fundamentals

Client communications

Time management

Job description

Litigation Attorney (Entry-Level) — North Barrington, Illinois Office

(Full-Time | In-Person)

Illinois Licensed | Civil Litigation Focus | 1–3 Years' Experience

This is a strong opportunity for an early-career litigator to build a foundation in civil litigation alongside experienced attorneys, with real casework from day one and a clear path to growing responsibility.

About Us:

Kelleher + Holland, LLC is a full-service law firm with a growing litigation practice handling a wide range of complex civil disputes. We're seeking an entry-level Litigation Attorney to support our team on matters outside of the personal injury and contingent-fee space, with the opportunity to develop hands‑on litigation skills under the mentorship of senior attorneys.

Position Overview:

The Litigation Attorney will work closely with senior attorneys and partners across all stages of litigation, taking on increasing case responsibility as skills develop. This role is ideal for a recently admitted attorney with 1–3 years of litigation experience who is eager to build strong research, writing, and courtroom fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and other court filings
• Assist with written discovery and deposition preparation
• Attend court hearings, status conferences, and mediations alongside senior attorneys
• Support case strategy and client communications under attorney supervision
• Help manage case files, deadlines, and court filings

Why Join Us:

Kelleher + Holland, LLC is a growing, full-service law firm with offices in Illinois and Florida — voted an Illinois Best Place to Work, 2022–2026.

• Direct mentorship from experienced litigators
• A structured path to growing case responsibility
• A collaborative, team-based culture that invests in early-career development
• Access to resources across a wide range of practice areas and jurisdictions

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Active license to practice law in Illinois; additional bar admissions a plus
• 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred; strong academic or clerkship background considered
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Eagerness to learn and take on increasing case responsibility over time