Associate Attorney

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team in Chicago. This role requires a Juris Doctor Degree and offers a competitive salary along with a $2k retention bonus during the first year. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills, and will be responsible for representing clients and conducting legal research. With a commitment to excellence and diversity, this firm provides a supportive environment for professional growth and community involvement. If you're passionate about law and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually

9 Company paid holidays

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Community involvement initiatives

Employee Perks from Verizon and Local Businesses

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid state license to practice law in Illinois.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and training.

Responsibilities

• Represents clients at legal and administrative proceedings.
• Researches laws and formulates legal opinions.
• Drafts legal documents and briefs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Writing Skills

Legal Research

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)

Tools

LexisNexis

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$2k Retention Bonus during your 1st year of Employment!

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm.
• Actively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the Firm.
• Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm.
• Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Possesses strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills.
• Represents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assigned.
• Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review.
• Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures.
• Conducts discovery in conformity with applicable rules.
• Interviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings.
• Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations.
• Participates in the development of strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings as appropriate.
• Monitors routine case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained.
• Assigns and reviews the work of department staff, as required.
• Develops and maintains relationships with current clients.
• Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of cases, arrange legal settlements, and resolve routine issues, as assigned.
• Completes both required and applicable optional learning classes and opportunities.
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) and 1-3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Creditors Rights experience highly preferred
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively, and discretely, to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, legal/court procedures, precedents, and government regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.) and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations, and processes and documents specific to assigned specialty area; electronic legal research tools such as LexisNexis; ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures and develop effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and court systems.
• Must hold a current, valid state license to practice law in Illinois (or passed Universal Bar Exam).
• Must practice according to the rules of professional conduct and ethical standards as required by the attorney’s licensing state
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Expected Salary Range based upon experience: $86,569-$112,424
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life and Disability Insurance. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information
• Promotional opportunities from within the firm.
• Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.
  
  

Weltman/WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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  Legal

• Industries

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