Attorney | Litigation | 149109 | Wheaton, IL

Mission Recruiting, LLC; Wheaton (IL); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance (PPO/HMO)

Dental & Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays & vacation

Parental leave

Résumé du poste

Mission Recruiting, LLC is seeking a Litigation Associate in Wheaton, Illinois, for an onsite role with 3–5 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation. You will work with partners on filings, motions, discovery, and strategy, with direct client interaction throughout the litigation process.

The position requires admission to the Illinois bar and both state and federal courts, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a licensed attorney.
• Illinois bar admission required.
• Admission to both Illinois state and federal courts required.
• Commercial litigation experience preferred.
• Defense-side litigation experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Work with partners and clients on complex commercial litigation matters, including drafting pleadings and agreements, propounding and responding to discovery, conducting legal research, drafting and arguing motions, interviewing witnesses, and taking and defending depositions.

Connaissances

Drafting & negotiations

Legal research

Client service

Analytical thinking

Time management

Formation

Illinois bar admission

Description du poste

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

Wheaton, Illinois | On-site | 3–5 Years of Experience

An immediate opportunity is available for a Litigation Associate with 3–5 years of experience to work with partners on complex commercial litigation matters in Wheaton, Illinois. The position is onsite and involves direct client interaction and substantive responsibility throughout the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• The attorney will work with partners and clients on complex commercial litigation matters, including drafting pleadings and agreements, propounding and responding to discovery, conducting legal research, drafting and arguing motions, interviewing witnesses, and taking and defending depositions.
• The role also includes court appearances, motion arguments, negotiations, mediations, settlements, trials, and arbitrations. The attorney will be expected to manage workflow independently, meet deadlines, exercise sound legal judgment, and provide responsive client service.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a licensed attorney
• Illinois bar admission required
• Admission to both Illinois state and federal courts required
• Commercial litigation experience
• Defense-side litigation experience preferred
• Experience working with corporate clients preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound legal judgment and strategic thinking
• Ability to independently manage workflow and meet deadlines
• Strong client service skills and prompt responsiveness

Compensation & Benefits

• The salary range is $120,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience. An incentive bonus structure is also provided based on fees collected and applicable overhead.
• Benefits include medical insurance with PPO and HMO options, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA options, 401(k) with profit sharing, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, partially paid parental leave, and additional reimbursement programs.

Location & Work Arrangement

• This is an onsite position in Wheaton, Illinois.

Apply

• If you are an Illinois-licensed attorney with 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience and are seeking a substantive litigation role with direct client and courtroom responsibilities, this opportunity may be a strong fit.

Salary Range

$120,000–$150,000

Reference

149109