Associate Attorney, Chicago Area

Kentucky Bar Association; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm seeks an attorney with 3-10 years of experience in Chicago for a remote position with occasional court appearances. Candidates must hold an Illinois license and have strong legal writing skills, ideally with experience in asbestos litigation. Submit a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for this unique opportunity to work alongside experienced trial lawyers.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess an Illinois license.
• 3-10 years’ experience required.
• Interest in litigation and trial work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primarily work from home with in-person court appearances in Cook County.
• Engage in asbestos litigation matters.

Skills

Legal writing

Litigation

Education

J.D. (Juris Doctor)

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.