Hybrid Associate Attorney: Complex Litigation & Trial

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Mentorship and professional growth

Collaborative team culture

Advancement opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd. in Chicago seeks an Associate Attorney to join our General Liability and Complex Litigation team.

This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to manage cases alongside seasoned trial attorneys in a collaborative environment. We provide mentorship and growth opportunities with a hybrid work schedule (two in-office days per week) and a strong track record of professional development.Competitive

Qualifications

• Active Illinois bar license required.
• Minimum of 2 years civil defense litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, motion practice, and advocacy skills.
• Experience handling depositions, discovery, client reporting, and case management responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of assignments and client matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active civil defense litigation caseload with partner guidance and support.
• Draft pleadings, motions, written discovery, and other litigation-related filings.
• Take and defend depositions, appear in court, and participate in mediations and arbitrations.
• Handle day-to-day case strategy and client communication.
• Work on complex, high-stakes matters for sophisticated national clients.
• Gain hands-on experience in all phases of litigation through trial and resolution.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Motion practice

Advocacy

Depositions

Case management

Communication

Time management

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd. in Chicago seeks an Associate Attorney to join our General Liability and Complex Litigation team.

This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to manage cases alongside seasoned trial attorneys in a collaborative environment. We provide mentorship and growth opportunities with a hybrid work schedule (two in-office days per week) and a strong track record of professional development.Competitive