Associate Attorney

Costello Sury & Rooney, P.C; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A local law firm in Illinois is seeking a dedicated and ambitious licensed attorney with 1-5 years of experience to join their team. The role involves providing legal counsel to community associations and for-profit corporations, drafting legal documents, and occasional courtroom duties. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and an eagerness to advance their legal career. A competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth, are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in Illinois with 1-5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to community and for-profit corporations.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Communicate timely with clients regarding legal matters.
• Occasionally appear in court for eviction cases.
• Collaborate with legal professionals and support staff.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

1-5 years of legal experience

Job description

Position Overview

The Oakbrook-based law firm of Costello Sury & Rooney serves clients throughout Metropolitan Chicago, Northwest Indiana, and beyond. We are seeking a dedicated, ambitious licensed Illinois attorney with 1-5 years of experience to join our team. The role provides general counsel to not-for-profit community associations and for-profit corporations, with occasional courtroom duties in eviction-related matters. The ideal candidate is eager to advance their legal career, detail-oriented, possesses strong organizational skills, and can manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to community associations and for-profit corporations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.
• Offer legal opinions and draft correspondence concerning the construction of corporate documents.
• Consistently communicate with clients in a timely manner.
• Appear in court on eviction-related matters on an occasional basis.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals and support staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois.
• 1-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a car and be willing to travel as needed.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental & vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Salary range: $75,000-$95,000 commensurate with experience.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice