Associate Attorney, Chicago Area

Orange County Comptroller; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing civil litigation firm located in Chicago is seeking a motivated attorney with 3-10 years of experience to manage asbestos cases. This full-time position offers the flexibility to work primarily from home while preparing for court appearances. Candidates should have strong legal writing skills and a passion for litigation, making it an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced trial lawyers.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Illinois license.
• 3-10 years’ experience in litigation and trial work.
• Interest in asbestos litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primarily work from home with some in-person court appearances.
• Handle asbestos matters and assist with trial work.

Skills

Legal writing

Litigation

Trial work

Education

Juris Doctor (Law Degree)

Job description

Brown & James, P.C. is a civil litigation and trial firm with offices located in St. Louis and Kansas City, MO and Belleville, IL. Our firm has an increasing number of asbestos matters in Cook County and is seeking to hire an attorney with 3-10 years’ experience for a full-time position based in Chicago. This attorney would primarily work from home, with the exception of covering in-person court appearances in Cook County. Candidates must possess an Illinois license, strong legal writing skills and have an interest in litigation and trial work. A background in asbestos litigation would be preferable.

Candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript and writing sample to [e-mail]. This is a great opportunity for a motivated person to do real legal work with the guidance of premier trial lawyers.