Associate Attorney - IN + IL License

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Merit-based bonus

Job summary

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience for either Indiana or Chicago offices to litigate in commercial litigation, product liability, construction, toxic tort, class-action and mass tort, and medical malpractice.

The ideal candidate will manage cases, draft motions, develop discovery, take and defend depositions, and appear in court; trial and appellate experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Overall case management experience, including drafting critical motions, developing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in court proceedings.
• Trial and appellate experience are valued.
• Possessing excellent academic credentials and immaculate presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Litigate in a variety of practice areas including commercial litigation, product liability, construction, toxic tort, class-action and mass tort, and medical malpractice.

Skills

Case management

Drafting motions

Depositions

Trial experience

Appellate experience

Client relationships

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Description

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLPis seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience. Specifically, we are interested in candidates for either our Indiana ORChicagolocation to litigate in a variety of practice areas, including commercial litigation, product liability, construction, toxic tort, class-action and mass tort, and medical malpractice.

Candidates who hold a dual license in both Indiana and Illinois are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Us

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is a nationally recognized litigation firm with seven offices and more than 140 attorneys. The firm is dedicated to resolving complex and contested matters for our clients across the country. Joining our firm will provide candidates with real-world litigation experience and mentorship from top trial attorneys. We aim to provide the right fit for your growing practice and aspirations, offering an energetic and collegial work environment and regular training for your professional growth. We always seek outstanding lawyers with wide-ranging backgrounds to complement our strengths and be part of the firm’s future endeavors.

Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate will have overall case management experience, including drafting critical motions, developing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in court proceedings. Trial and appellate experience are also valued.Possessing excellent academic credentials and immaculate presentation skills. This attorney can maintain strong relationships with the firm's existing client base and an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue new opportunities in expanding practice areas.

The anticipated salary will range between $110,000 and $160,000, commensurate with the candidate’s background and years of experience.Other income opportunities include the availability of discretionary profit-sharing contributions, typically made on an annual basis, and a merit-based discretionary bonus.