Attorney

Stealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation structure

Robust administrative and marketing support

Opportunity for team leadership

Job summary

A growing law firm in Chicago is seeking Partner-Level Attorneys with a portable book of business of at least $500,000. This role involves providing high-level legal counsel in various practice areas, developing new client relationships, and mentoring younger associates. The firm offers competitive compensation, marketing support, and the opportunity to build a team within a collegial environment. Candidates should have a strong track record in business development and excellent communication skills. Salary ranges from $200,000 to $300,000.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Illinois or ability to waive in promptly.
• Portable book of business of $500,000+.
• Significant experience in core practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand an established portable book of business.
• Provide high-level legal counsel to clients in core practice areas.
• Develop new client relationships.

Skills

Business development track record

Client management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Our client is a rapidly growing Chicago-based law firm with a sophisticated, full-service practice representing businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides strategic counsel across corporate and business matters, creditors’ rights, employment law, commercial litigation, real estate, and wealth preservation. We are seeking experienced Partner-Level Attorneys with a portable book of business of at least $500,000 to join and grow with a dynamic and expanding firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and expand an established portable book of business (minimum $500K required)
• Provide high-level legal counsel to clients in one or more core practice areas: corporate/business counseling, creditors’ rights, employment, litigation, real estate, or wealth preservation
• Develop new client relationships and contribute to the firm’s overall business development initiatives
• Collaborate with partners across practice groups to deliver comprehensive, multidisciplinary solutions
• Supervise and mentor associates and junior attorneys as the practice grows
• Play an active role in shaping the strategic direction of the firm

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Illinois (or ability to waive in promptly)
• Portable book of business of $500,000+
• Significant experience in at least one of the firm’s core practice areas
• Strong business development track record and entrepreneurial mindset
• Excellent client management, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

What the Firm Offers:

• Competitive compensation structure with strong revenue-sharing potential
• Flexible platform designed to support practice growth and cross-referrals
• Robust administrative, marketing, and operational support
• Opportunity to build and lead a team within a growing firm
• Collegial, business-focused environment with long-term leadership opportunities
• The annual salary for this position is between $200,000-$300,000 Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.