Experienced Commercial Litigation Associate

Winston Taylor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Taylor is seeking a dedicated mid-level associate for its complex commercial litigation group in Chicago. The ideal candidate will possess at least three years of general litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk, strong writing and research skills, and be admitted to the Illinois State Bar.

Responsibilities entail managing discovery in high-stakes cases, preparing pleadings, and arguing motions. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant cases in both Illinois State and Federal courts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of broad-based general litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk.
• Experience coordinating matters in Illinois State and Federal courts.
• Strong skills in managing discovery and drafting/arguing motions.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation cases.
• Manage all aspects of discovery in large, high-stakes cases.
• Take and defend depositions, and draft and argue motions.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Research skills

Case-management skills

Coordination skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Admitted to the Illinois State Bar

Job description

Winston Taylor is seeking a dedicated mid-level associate for its complex commercial litigation group in Chicago. The ideal candidate will possess at least three years of general litigation experience at a top-tier law firm or as a Federal Court judicial clerk, strong writing and research skills, and be admitted to the Illinois State Bar.

Responsibilities entail managing discovery in high-stakes cases, preparing pleadings, and arguing motions. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant cases in both Illinois State and Federal courts.