Hybrid Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation & Defense

Cremer Law, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cremer Law, LLC is a Chicago-based litigation-focused firm serving business and insurance clients nationwide since 1995. The Associate Attorney will handle cases from investigation through resolution, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses, and assisting with depositions.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Chicago, IL with in-office and WFH flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in legal Research, including case law analysis, statutory interpretation, and drafting research memoranda.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in Illinois (or eligibility for prompt admission).
• Experience or interest in civil litigation, insurance defense, or commercial disputes; trial or courtroom exposure is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, including case law, statutes, and regulatory analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Assist with deposition preparation, witness interviews, and evidence review.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys to manage cases from investigation to resolution.

Skills

Legal Research

Case law analysis

Statutory interpretation

Drafting memoranda

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Illinois bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission

Job description

Cremer Law, LLC is a Chicago-based litigation-focused firm serving business and insurance clients nationwide since 1995. The Associate Attorney will handle cases from investigation through resolution, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses, and assisting with depositions.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Chicago, IL with in-office and WFH flexibility.