Business Litigation Associate (4-6 years)

Permanent Placements LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC client, a national law firm in Chicago, seeks a Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its office. This mid-level attorney will handle sophisticated commercial disputes in Illinois state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will draft pleadings and dispositive motions, conduct legal research, manage discovery, and take and defend depositions, while supporting trial preparation and contributing to a collaborative litigation team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience litigating matters in Illinois state and federal courts.
• Active Illinois bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters in Illinois state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research and manage discovery.
• Take and defend depositions; support trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Drafting pleadings

Dispositive motions

Discovery management

Deposition handling

Trial preparation support

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney looking to work on sophisticated, high-stakes commercial disputes in both Illinois state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex commercial litigation matters, including drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, conducting legal research, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, and supporting trial preparation. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred but not required.

Successful candidates will possess strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills, along with outstanding academic credentials and a demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative litigation team. The firm is seeking attorneys who are self-motivated, client-focused, and capable of managing significant responsibility in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 4-6 years of commercial litigation experience
• Experience litigating matters in Illinois state and federal courts
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent academic and professional credentials
• Active Illinois bar admission

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits
• Wellness and commuter benefit programs

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