Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Chicago is hiring a Litigation Associate Attorney. The role requires 2-3 years of experience in litigation to handle cases from inception to trial. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor degree, strong academic credentials, and a genuine interest in finance. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting pleadings, and managing discovery. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is necessary, along with good standing with the Illinois Bar.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of litigation experience, preferably in securities, commodities, and/or antitrust.
• Strong law school academic credentials or judicial clerkship experience.
• Genuine interest in a career at a law firm focusing on financial matters.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth factual and legal research to assess potential and newly filed class actions.
• Prosecute litigation from inception through trial, including drafting pleadings and managing discovery.
• Respond to dispositive motions and manage affirmative and responsive discovery.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Work ethic

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Admission to the Illinois Bar

Job description

A law firm in Chicago is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of experience to conduct in-depth factual and legal research, assess potential class actions, and prosecute litigation from inception through trial. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials or judicial clerkship experience, excellent research and writing skills, and a genuine interest in financial matters.

Job Duties:

• Conduct in-depth factual and legal research to assess potential and newly filed class actions.
• Prosecute litigation from inception through trial, including drafting pleadings and managing discovery.
• Respond to dispositive motions and manage affirmative and responsive discovery.
• Balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate clearly with clients.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and proactive attitude towards professional growth.
• Utilize Microsoft Word and Excel proficiently for legal tasks.
• Adhere to ethical standards and maintain good standing with the Illinois Bar.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of litigation experience, preferably in securities, commodities, and/or antitrust.
• Strong law school academic credentials or judicial clerkship experience.
• Genuine interest in a career at a law firm focusing on financial matters.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Ability to balance competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Proactive attitude towards professional growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar and in good standing.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Illinois Bar.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
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