Commercial Litigation Associate — Hybrid, High-Impact

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd. seeks an Associate Attorney to join our Commercial Litigation Group in Chicago.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to accelerate their career by handling complex matters alongside accomplished trial lawyers in a collaborative environment. From day one you will manage your own caseload with partner guidance, interact with clients, appear in court, take and defend depositions, participate in

Qualifications

• Active Illinois law license required.
• At least 2 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive mindset and desire to take ownership of your work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Investigate facts and develop case strategy.
• Communicate directly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Collaborate with experienced partners while taking increasing responsibility for your cases.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd. seeks an Associate Attorney to join our Commercial Litigation Group in Chicago.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to accelerate their career by handling complex matters alongside accomplished trial lawyers in a collaborative environment. From day one you will manage your own caseload with partner guidance, interact with clients, appear in court, take and defend depositions, participate in