Junior Litigation Attorney — Civil Cases, Mentored Growth

Kelleher & Holland LLC; Ela Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelleher + Holland, LLC is seeking an entry-level Litigation Attorney to join our North Barrington, Illinois office. This full-time, in-person role targets candidates with 1–3 years of litigation experience and an active Illinois license.

You will work closely with senior attorneys, handling research, writing, and courtroom tasks, while developing your litigation foundation. The position offers mentorship from experienced litigators and exposure to diverse civil disputes, with a clear path to

Qualifications

• Active Illinois license to practice law
• 1–3 years of litigation experience preferred; strong academic or clerkship background considered
• Strong legal writing and research skills
• Eagerness to learn and take on increasing case responsibility over time

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and other court filings
• Assist with written discovery and deposition preparation
• Attend court hearings, status conferences, and mediations alongside senior attorneys
• Support case strategy and client communications under attorney supervision
• Help manage case files, deadlines, and court filings

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Client communications

Courtroom fundamentals

Education

Illinois Bar Admission

Job description

Kelleher + Holland, LLC is seeking an entry-level Litigation Attorney to join our North Barrington, Illinois office. This full-time, in-person role targets candidates with 1–3 years of litigation experience and an active Illinois license.

You will work closely with senior attorneys, handling research, writing, and courtroom tasks, while developing your litigation foundation. The position offers mentorship from experienced litigators and exposure to diverse civil disputes, with a clear path to