Business Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a business litigation attorney for our Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and experience taking cases to trial in both state and federal courts within Illinois, particularly near the Daley Center and Dirksen Building.

The role involves independently arguing in court on a daily basis, drafting persuasive briefs within tight deadlines, and handling complex disputes in areas such as corporate litigation, employment, and intellectual

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois in state and federal courts.
• 6 years of experience in Illinois trial court.
• 6 years of experience in legal research and writing.
• JD degree required.

Responsibilities

• Independently argue in court on a daily basis.
• Write strong briefs within a limited time frame.

Skills

Writing skills

Trial court experience

Discovery & motions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a business litigation attorney in Chicago, IL. The firm is located near Daley Center and Dirksen, and is looking for a candidate with a strong interest and experience in taking cases to trial. The practice areas include corporate litigation, employment, and intellectual property.

Duties

• Independently argue in court on a daily basis.
• Write strong briefs within a limited time frame.

Requirements

• Licensed in state and federal court in Illinois.
• Experience in Illinois trial court: 6 years.
• Experience in legal research and writing: 6 years.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Impeccable writing skills.
• Comfortable handling matters in both state and federal court.
• Experience drafting and arguing written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Substantive court and oral discovery experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Referral program.
• Retirement plan.