Associate - Commercial Litigation (Chicago, IL)

Vedder; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Discretionary annual bonus

Traditional pre-tax and Roth 401k plan

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Life and disability benefits

Paid time off

Professional development programs

Employee discounts

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Back up child & elder care

Milk Stork

EAP

Fitness center discounts

Job summary

Vedder in Chicago seeks a litigation associate to join its Litigation team. You will work closely with shareholders in a multidisciplinary practice, contributing to business development and client-facing activities.

The role emphasizes strong research, writing, and advocacy, with 2–4 years of complex commercial litigation experience and Illinois bar admission. The firm offers a hybrid schedule and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of complex commercial litigation experience with strong research and writing skills.
• Case management experience; lead oral arguments and depositions; discovery experience.

Responsibilities

• Join the Litigation team in the Chicago office and contribute to a multidisciplinary practice.
• Work closely with shareholders and participate in business development and client-facing activities.
• Provide high-level litigation support and contribute to strategy and briefs.

Skills

Complex commercial litigation

Research and writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Depositions & discovery

Illinois bar admission

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

At Vedder, we know that great people are key to our success. We understand the importance in offering outstanding opportunities to work in well-respected practices and with talented and experienced colleagues—serving a prestigious client base across the globe. If you want the chance to learn and grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a litigation associate to join the Litigation team in our Chicago office. Our cohesive and collaborative team has a diverse and unique multidisciplinary practice that gives you the opportunity to work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities. Our platform supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service.

About You

• You have 2-4 years of complex commercial litigation experience, including very strong research, writing and advocacy writing skills;
• You have case management experience, and ideally have taken the lead in oral arguments, taken/defended depositions, and have significant party and third-party discovery experience;
• You have a J.D. degree and strong academic credentials;
• And you are admitted (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in Illinois.

About Us

• We offer top-tier, interesting work in a more personalized work environment.
• We allow you to accept as much responsibility and client contact as you are ready to assume.
• We provide substantial professional development assistance in the form of training, mentoring and performance feedback.
• Our compensation and benefits structure is competitive.
• We offer a hybrid work policy with three days a week in-office attendance and two days remote.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with class year and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Opportunity to make traditional pre-tax and/or post-tax Roth 401K contributions through payroll deductions; plans are administered by Vanguard.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days .
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training & professional development programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Milk Stork, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Compensation

• $230,000 - $285,000 annual base salary

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversityand solicit applications from all qualified applicantswithoutregardto race,color,gender,sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability(where applicantisqualifiedto performthe essentialfunctions of the job with or withoutreasonableaccommodations),medicalcondition,protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who require special assistance or an accommodation during the application and/or recruitment process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price HR Department at [e-mail]. All other attorney and summer associate recruitment inquiries should be directed to the Vedder Price Legal Recruiting Team at [e-mail].