Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

Orion Placement; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Profit-sharing

Strong benefits and bonus potential

Job summary

Orion Placement in Edwardsville, IL seeks a seasoned litigation attorney to lead premises liability and general liability matters with real ownership over cases and strategy.

This hybrid role offers mentorship, professional development, long-term stability, and competitive compensation with strong benefits and profit-sharing.

The role requires 4+ years of litigation experience and Illinois licensure, with Missouri license a plus, and a collaborative approach to client matters.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Premises liability or general liability experience preferred.
• Deposition experience preferred.
• Missouri license is a plus.
• Ability to manage cases with increasing independence and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Handle premises liability and general liability litigation matters from case inception through resolution.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload and drive cases forward.
• Research, analyze, and interpret statutes, regulations, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions and attend hearings in various counties and courthouses.
• Monitor case files and deadlines to ensure matters stay on track.
• Investigate facts and legal issues to support liability analysis and case strategy.
• Work closely with the team on defense strategy, case development, and client reporting.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Analytical thinking

Education

Licensed attorney in Illinois

Job description

• Join a respected defense litigation team handling meaningful premises liability and general liability matters
• Step into a more experienced litigation role with real ownership over cases and strategy
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while still working closely with an experienced legal team
• Build your career in a firm that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term stability
• Earn competitive compensation with bonus potential, strong benefits, and profit-sharing

Location: Hybrid role based in Edwardsville, Illinois, offering a strong mix of in-office collaboration and work-from-home flexibility.

Note: Candidates must be licensed and in good standing in Illinois and have 4+ years of litigation experience. Defense-side general liability or premises liability experience is strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a well-established litigation team focused on delivering strategic legal solutions and exceptional client service across complex defense matters. Confidential Employer. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, and attorney development, and we provide the support and resources needed for long-term success.

Job Description

• Handle premises liability and general liability litigation matters from case inception through resolution
• Independently manage a litigation caseload and drive cases forward
• Research, analyze, and interpret statutes, regulations, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Conduct depositions and attend hearings in various counties and courthouses
• Monitor case files and deadlines to ensure matters stay on track
• Investigate facts and legal issues to support liability analysis and case strategy
• Work closely with the team on defense strategy, case development, and client reporting

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
• Premises liability or general liability experience preferred
• Deposition experience preferred
Missouri license is a plus
• Ability to manage cases with increasing independence and responsibility

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll be part of a team that values high-quality legal work, strong mentorship, and steady professional growth. This role offers meaningful litigation exposure, hybrid flexibility, and the opportunity to build your career in a sophisticated defense practice with a collaborative and supportive culture.