Class Action Associate Attorney – Trial‑Focused, Hybrid

LHH; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 215,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

LHH is assisting a Chambers-ranked Chicago law firm in its search for an Associate Attorney to join its Commercial Litigation practice group. The role focuses on complex class actions and commercial litigation, with responsibilities including managing caseload, discovery, drafting documents, depositions, and trial prep.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of litigation experience, strong academics, and the ability to advance cases independently. Illinois bar admission (or waivable) is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience (commercial or class action preferred).
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to move cases forward independently.
• Illinois admission (or ability to waive in).

Responsibilities

• Managing case load and discovery.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Taking/defending depositions.
• Pre-trial and trial preparation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Legal research

Education

Illinois bar admission

Job description

LHH is assisting a Chambers-ranked Chicago law firm in its search for an Associate Attorney to join its Commercial Litigation practice group. The role focuses on complex class actions and commercial litigation, with responsibilities including managing caseload, discovery, drafting documents, depositions, and trial prep.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of litigation experience, strong academics, and the ability to advance cases independently. Illinois bar admission (or waivable) is required.