Commercial Litigation Attorneys

Gordon-Rees-Scully-Mansukhani,-LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Student loan repayment assistance

Remote or hybrid schedule

Job summary

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP, a national law firm, seeks experienced litigation attorneys (1–3 years) for its Chicago office in the commercial law practice group. Hybrid or fully remote opportunities are available, with licensure in IL or other listed states encouraged.

Responsibilities include drafting, client and court communications, motions, and preparing matters for hearings, trials, or arbitrations under supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in litigation involving breach of commercial loans and security agreements, secured transactions and equipment leasing; negotiable instruments, replevin actions, judgment enforcement, and foreclosures.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters and other documents; communicating with clients, courts and other counsel; drafting and arguing motions.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and command of the English language.
• Maintain current knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP and other applicable codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare matters for hearing, trial, arbitration or mediation under supervision.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, opposing and co-counsel, vendors, attorneys, and staff.
• Assist in appearances at hearings, depositions and trials.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting & writing

Verbal communication

FRCP knowledge

Job description

Overview

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, a national law firm with offices in all 50 states, has excellent opportunities in its Chicago office for experienced litigation attorneys with 1-3 years of experience to work in the commercial law practice group. The attorneys will work under the direction of the Practice Group Leader and/or Partners in preparing matters for hearing, trial, arbitration or mediation. Hybrid or fully remote opportunities available.

Candidates can be licensed and admitted to practice in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, or Missouri.

Qualifications:

• Experience in litigation involving breach of commercial loans and security agreements, secured transactions and equipment leasing, negotiable instruments, replevin actions, judgment enforcement, and foreclosures. Bankruptcy and transactional experience concerning the same areas of law are beneficial but not essential.
• Duties and responsibilities include drafting correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters, and other documents; communicating with clients, courts, and other counsel; and drafting and arguing motions.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and command of the English language.
• Maintain current knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Coordinate and communicate with parties outside the Firm including clients, courts, opposing and co-counsel, vendors, attorneys, secretaries, paralegals, case assistants, managers, and other staff.

GRSM is a full-service Am Law 100 firm with robust national and local practices and is the first and only law firm with attorneys and offices in all 50 states! We have garnered national recognition for our demonstrated commitment to the recruitment, retention and advancement of qualified female and diverse attorneys. Our attorneys have access to professional development and mentorship to promote advancement in a collaborative and collegial environment. Opportunities include forward-facing client interactions and experience handling appearances at hearings, depositions, and trials. We offer great stability, have an industry-leading low overhead platform, and maintain no debt whatsoever.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including eligibility for both discretionary and performance-based bonuses, as well as student loan repayment assistance.

As a national firm with a diverse and flexible workforce, including remote roles, alternative work arrangements, and contract opportunities throughout the country, our compensation structure reflects the wide range of career paths available within our platform. Our current national base salary ranges are:

• Associates (approximately 1-6+ years): $100,000–$165,000;
• Senior Counsel/Of Counsel (approximately 5 years or more): $140,000–$215,000;
• Partners (approximately 7 years or more): $190,000–$275,000+.

Actual compensation is tailored to each individual and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, practice area, business generation, work arrangement, and geographic market. We are committed to offering compensation that is both competitive and aligned with the value each professional brings to the firm.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $275,000.00 /Yr.