Civil Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to join our Libertyville office. The role focuses on representing clients in civil litigation, developing case strategies, and handling pleadings, discovery, and trial prep.

Qualified candidates will hold a JD, Illinois bar admission, and 2+ years of civil litigation experience, with strong writing and communication skills. This is an on-site, full-time position in Libertyville, IL.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Illinois.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; candidates with 2+ years of strong, directly relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with legal research, pleadings, discovery, and litigation case management.
• Strong legal writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Courtroom or hearing experience is a plus.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Libertyville, IL.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in civil litigation matters and help develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and develop persuasive legal arguments.
• Participate in discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to move cases forward efficiently.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide practical, responsive legal guidance.
• Manage case deadlines and maintain high standards of legal work.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Pleadings

Discovery management

Litigation case management

Job description

Pay: $82,500.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take your litigation career to the next level with meaningful cases and hands-on legal experience.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
• Gain valuable exposure to diverse civil and business litigation matters, from case strategy through courtroom proceedings.
• Enjoy opportunities for performance-based and case origination bonuses.
• Benefit from retirement plan matching, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Location

Libertyville, IL | Full-Time, On-Site

Join our welcoming office in Libertyville, conveniently located for attorneys throughout Lake County. Enjoy working closely with your colleagues while building a rewarding legal career close to home.

Note:

Candidates must have a Juris Doctor (JD), an active Illinois Bar license, and 3+ years of civil litigation experience. We are seeking locally based attorneys who can work on-site in Libertyville.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established, client-focused law firm offering a broad range of legal services, including civil litigation, business disputes, and real estate matters. We believe great legal work starts with talented people, strong teamwork, and a genuine commitment to our clients. Our collaborative environment gives attorneys the opportunity to contribute, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Represent clients in civil litigation matters and help develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and develop persuasive legal arguments.
• Participate in discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to move cases forward efficiently.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide practical, responsive legal guidance.
• Manage case deadlines and maintain high standards of legal work.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Illinois.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience preferred; candidates with 2+ years of strong, directly relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with legal research, pleadings, discovery, and litigation case management.
• Strong legal writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Courtroom or hearing experience is a plus.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Libertyville, IL.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the opportunity to build a meaningful legal career without getting lost in a large, impersonal organization. You'll work with approachable colleagues, handle interesting cases, and continue developing your litigation skills while making a real difference for clients.

If you're a motivated Civil Litigation Attorney looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance