Chicago Office - Complex Commercial Litigation Mid-Level Associate

Winston Taylor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Taylor is seeking a dedicated mid-level associate for its complex commercial litigation group in Chicago. The ideal candidate will possess at least three years of general litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk, strong writing and research skills, and be admitted to the Illinois State Bar.

Responsibilities entail managing discovery in high-stakes cases, preparing pleadings, and arguing motions. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant cases in both Illinois State and Federal courts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of broad-based general litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk.
• Experience coordinating matters in Illinois State and Federal courts.
• Strong skills in managing discovery and drafting/arguing motions.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation cases.
• Manage all aspects of discovery in large, high-stakes cases.
• Take and defend depositions, and draft and argue motions.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Research skills

Case-management skills

Coordination skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Admitted to the Illinois State Bar

Job description

Winston Taylor's Chicago office seeks a dedicated and experienced mid‑level associate for the complex commercial litigation group. Candidate should have at least three years of broad‑based, general litigation experience at a top‑tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk. Must possess strong writing, research, and case‑management skills and experience coordinating matters in Illinois State and Federal courts through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motions, discovery, expert development, and trial. The ideal candidate will have experience managing all aspects of discovery in large, high‑stakes cases, taking and defending depositions, and drafting and arguing motions. All candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong organization, analytical, writing, and verbal skills, and be admitted to the Illinois State Bar.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.