Chicago Hybrid Litigation Associate - Early Case Ownership

Tressler LLP; Elmhurst (IL); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with firm match

Bar and professional association dues

Job summary

Tressler LLP in Chicago, IL seeks a Litigation Attorney with 2–4 years of civil litigation experience to join our Willis Tower office. The role offers direct client interaction, hands‑on litigation experience, and collaboration with experienced litigators.

The position is hybrid, with responsibilities including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and participating in depositions and court appearances. Illinois bar admission is required, and the firm emphasizes growth and professional

Qualifications

• 2+ years of civil litigation experience in state or federal court.
• Active Illinois bar admission in good standing.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in civil litigation and arbitration matters.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, demurrers, and motions to strike.
• Communicate directly with clients, claims professionals, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Review and analyze medical records, discovery materials, expert reports, and other case evidence.
• Participate in depositions, court appearances, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Work closely with senior attorneys to develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and pretrial motion practice.

Skills

Legal writing

Case management

Client communication

Job description

Tressler LLP in Chicago, IL seeks a Litigation Attorney with 2–4 years of civil litigation experience to join our Willis Tower office. The role offers direct client interaction, hands‑on litigation experience, and collaboration with experienced litigators.

The position is hybrid, with responsibilities including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and participating in depositions and court appearances. Illinois bar admission is required, and the firm emphasizes growth and professional