Associate Attorney - Civil Defense

Australia-Employment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Amazing benefits

Room for professional growth

Dynamic salary ranges

Remote and Hybrid opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Chicago is seeking an Associate Attorney - Civil Defense to handle high-profile civil defense matters in a permanent on-site role with potential remote opportunities. The firm offers growth, comprehensive benefits, and a multi-tier bonus structure while supporting flexible work arrangements.

The candidate will handle insurance, personal injury, business and commercial disputes, manage a full caseload through trial, and work collaboratively with a litigation team in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Independent and team-oriented work style.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation in civil defense litigation including insurance and personal injury disputes.
• Manage caseload from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and team members.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and firm policies.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney - Civil Defense

$105000 - $220000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Remote Opportunity | Growth | Great Bonuses and Pay

A bit about us:

Would you like a remote role? If so please read on! We are a full-service law firm with an established team of experienced trial attorneys. Our practice specializes in auto liability defense, gig economy, business litigation, commercial, general liability, healthcare, employment, professional liability, restaurant & hospitality, trucking, financial services litigation, product liability, real estate litigation, retail, and insurance coverage.

Why join us?

• Remote work!
• Amazing benefits
• Room for professional growth
• Dynamic salary ranges
• Friendly co-workers
• Supportive management
• Challenging work
• 3 tier Bonus opportunities
• Remote and Hybrid opportunities

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Associate Attorney with a strong interest and background in Civil Defense Litigation. This is a permanent position that provides an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile cases and gain invaluable experience in the legal industry. The successful candidate will be part of a team that is committed to delivering top-quality legal services to our clients. This role requires a strong understanding of insurance, litigation, personal injury, business, and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to our clients in a variety of civil defense litigation matters including insurance, personal injury, business, and commercial disputes.
• Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, trials, and arbitration proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations.
• Continually seek to understand and act upon attorney, client, and firm needs, concerns, and priorities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing. CA or NV
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in litigation with a focus on insurance, personal injury, business, and commercial law.
• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Billable hours required 1850
• We have offices in Torrance, OC, San Diego and Las Vegas!

This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about civil defense litigation and eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing firm. If you have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

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