Hybrid Associate Attorney — Civil Litigation & Trials

Johnson and Bell Ltd; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Profit Sharing

Safe Harbor Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Johnson & Bell seeks a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Chicago Office, handling litigation in medical malpractice, premises liability, and related disputes. This on-site role includes research, drafting, hearings, depositions, and client meetings with potential regional travel.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor, are admitted to the Illinois or Indiana Bar, and have 3+ years of civil litigation experience. A commitment to ethics and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, but also contribute as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented and organized with ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other documents.
• Attend hearings and conduct depositions.
• Represent clients in court and communicate with clients.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals on cases.
• Participate in client meetings and strategy sessions.
• Travel regionally for trials and related work.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Johnson & Bell seeks a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Chicago Office, handling litigation in medical malpractice, premises liability, and related disputes. This on-site role includes research, drafting, hearings, depositions, and client meetings with potential regional travel.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor, are admitted to the Illinois or Indiana Bar, and have 3+ years of civil litigation experience. A commitment to ethics and teamwork is essential.