Associate Attorney, Employment

IFMK Law, Ltd.; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

IFMK Law in Northbrook, IL seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney to represent governmental entities in federal and state courts and before agencies, focusing on employment, civil rights, and school law.

The role includes conducting research, drafting motions, taking depositions, and assisting in trials while collaborating with senior attorneys to develop litigation strategies and counsel clients on potential claims.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois law license in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience focusing on employment, civil rights, and/or school law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral communication and public speaking.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to travel within Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Represent Illinois governmental entities in federal and state courts and administrative agencies in employment, civil rights, and school law matters.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and case strategy development.
• Draft and file motions and pleadings, argue substantive motions, propound and answer written discovery, and take and defend depositions.
• Prepare and assist in trial proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop litigation strategies.
• Counsel clients on legal issues related to potential claims.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.
• Engage in settlement negotiations when appropriate.
• Conduct training classes for clients and prospective clients

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Travel Illinois

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Illinois law license in good standing

Job description

IFMK Law is not just a legal firm; we're a community built on the foundation of understanding, collaboration, and inclusivity. Since our inception in 1990, we've been dedicated to providing exceptional legal services

Work-life balance and a supportive work culture are paramount to us. We understand the importance of maintaining equilibrium between professional responsibilities and personal well-being. Our aim is to provide an environment where our attorneys can perform at their best, knowing they have the support they need both inside and outside the office.

Job Description:

As a Litigation Associate Attorney, you will be an integral part of our dedicated legal team, representing governmental entities in federal and state courts as well as before state and federal agencies with a primary focus on employment, civil rights, and school law. Your responsibility will be to provide expert legal counsel, handle litigation, and advocate on behalf of our clients. The ideal candidate will also have litigation experience, including taking and defending depositions and drafting and arguing substantive motions.

This position is based in our Northbrook, Illinois office. As an integral part of our team, you will have the opportunity to:

Represent Illinois governmental entities in federal and state courts and administrative agencies in employment, civil rights, and school law matters including claims involving Title VII, Title IX, the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Section 1983, the Illinois Human Rights Act, Illinois Freedom of Information Act, Illinois Open Meetings Act, Illinois Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act, the Illinois School Code, and other issues involving governmental entities.

Conduct legal research, analysis, and case strategy development.

Draft and file motions and pleadings, argue substantive motions, propound and answer written discovery, and take and defend depositions.

Prepare and assist in trial proceedings.

Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop litigation strategies.

Counsel clients on legal issues related to potential claims.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.

Engage in settlement negotiations when appropriate.

Conduct training classes for clients and prospective clients

Required Skills/Abilities

Juris Doctor (JD)degree from an accredited law school.

A valid Illinois law license in good standing.

5+years of litigation experience with a focus on employment, civil rights, and/or school law. Trial experience is a plus.

Strong legal research and writing skills.

Excellent oral communication/public speaking skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Self-starter and ability to work in a fast-paced, occasionally stressful environment.

The ability to multitask effectively while meeting deadlines.

Strong time management abilities, with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.

Willingness to travel within the state of Illinois as required.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Location

Northbrook, Illinois:Must be willing to relocate before starting work(Required)

In-office

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive starting salary range of $125,000 - $175,000 commensurate with experience, licensures, and other considerations. Additionally, we provide the following comprehensive benefits package:

• 401(k); 401(k)matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off