Civil Litigator - Construction & Design Professionals

O'Hagan Meyer; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) plan

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Paid parental leave

Formal mentorship and training programs

Job summary

O'Hagan Meyer seeks a litigation associate for its Chicago office, requiring at least 5 years of civil litigation experience, particularly in construction litigation and professional liability defense. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and involves direct client interaction on complex legal matters. The ideal candidate will have outstanding analytical skills, be licensed to practice law in Illinois, and thrive in a collegial environment. Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package are provided, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience in construction litigation and/or professional liability defense.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Highly motivated to be part of a busy national practice.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide-range of civil litigation matters.
• Assume responsibility for matters and interact directly with clients.
• Participate in formal mentorship, training, and development programs.

Skills

Outstanding writing skills

Research and analytical skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

O'Hagan Meyer seeks a litigation associate for its Chicago office, requiring at least 5 years of civil litigation experience, particularly in construction litigation and professional liability defense. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and involves direct client interaction on complex legal matters. The ideal candidate will have outstanding analytical skills, be licensed to practice law in Illinois, and thrive in a collegial environment. Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package are provided, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.