Associate Attorney

Cassiday Schade LLP; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cassiday Schade LLP is seeking an associate attorney for its Rockford, IL office. This role requires 1-5 years of experience in civil litigation and a valid Illinois law license. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and managing cases. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package in an environment supportive of professional growth. Applicants should have strong legal skills and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and take depositions.
• Review client documents and prepare case evaluations.
• Assist in mediations and court appearances.
• Manage a substantive case load.

Skills

Legal research and analytical skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Independence and teamwork

Proficiency in Lexis

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

Job Description

Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Rockford, IL office with 1-5 years of experience in civil litigation. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Illinois and have experience as a litigation associate. The firm offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for growth and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda; prepare and respond to written discovery.
• Conduct legal research.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence.
• Assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff.
• Manage a substantive case load.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Proficient with Lexis and MS Office.
• Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Proactively work both independently and as part of a team.
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.