Litigation Associate

Amundsen Davis, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amundsen Davis LLC seeks a litigation associate to join the firm's Construction Group in its Chicago office. Candidate must be licensed in Illinois and have at least 2 years of civil litigation experience. Strong writing skills, teamwork, and a solid work ethic are required.

Responsibilities include handling federal/state court litigation, client contact, and reporting. Experience with tort and injury claims is preferred; base salary ranges from $110,000 to $140,000 in Illinois, with bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Strong writing, client contact, and reporting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation in federal and state court as part of the Construction Group.
• Engage in client contact and provide regular reporting.
• Work on tort and injury claims when applicable.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Strong writing skills

Teamwork

Education

Licensed in Illinois

Job description

Amundsen Davis LLC seeks a litigation associate to join the firm's Construction Group in its Chicago office. Candidate must be licensed in Illinois and have a minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience. A solid work ethic, ability to work well on a team, and strong writing skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have a desire to continue to grow in a litigation environment. You will be involved in all aspects of litigation in federal and state court, as well as client contact and reporting. Experience with tort and injury claims is preferred.

The annual base salary range anticipated for this position in Illinois is $110,000-$140,000, depending upon experience. This salary range excludes available bonus opportunities. A listing of our benefits can be found here: https://www.amundsendavislaw.com/careers-attorneys.

Amundsen Davis is a full-service business law firm comprised of 265 attorneys headquartered in Chicago. As one of the fastest growing law firms in the Midwest, we understand the entrepreneurial thinking that drives business decisions for our clients. We use this insight to respond to the needs of clients creatively, expediently and pragmatically. The firm handles the transactional, labor and employment, and litigation needs of companies across the U.S. Our experience in both litigated and transactional matters makes us a unique partner for your business.

The law firm has offices in the following locations: Chicago, Crystal Lake, St. Charles, and Rockford, IL; Cleveland and Columbus, OH; Milwaukee, Appleton, Brookfield, Green Bay, and Madison, WI; St. Louis, MO; and Indianapolis, IN.

Amundsen Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, citizenship, creed, marital status, veteran status, age, family care giving responsibilities, genetic profile or predisposition, pregnancy or disability with respect to hiring, promotion, firing, compensation, or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

Amundsen Davis does not utilize any Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its applicant selection or hiring process. Amundsen Davis recognizes the supportive benefits that AI may bring to the practice of law, but we expect it to be just that – supportive of original human thoughts, arguments, and ideas. During the hiring process, it is particularly important for us to see your writing and other communication skills without the aid of AI. Accordingly, Amundsen Davis requires all applicants to fully disclose their use of AI to generate or otherwise supplement any content in communications (i.e., cover letters and emails) with the firm, and other submissions (e.g., resume, writing samples, etc.) to the firm. Other than spellcheck and autofill functions – there is no de minimis exception to this policy. Failure to disclose your use of AI during the hiring process may result in denial of employment, revocation of an employment offer, or termination of employment (if hired).