Litigation Associate Attorney - Hands-On Trial Experience & Growth

Career Legal; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Career Legal seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with at least two years of experience in the suburbs to join our practice. You will draft pleadings and motions, conduct discovery, manage hearings, and contribute to trial preparation.

The firm handles complex commercial, trusts and estates, employment, and general civil disputes with a hands-on, boutique approach. This role offers meaningful courtroom exposure, opportunities to sharpen advocacy skills, and room to grow within a reputable

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in Illinois
• Minimum of two years of litigation experience
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Professionalism, responsiveness, and a client-centered approach

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Conduct discovery.
• Manage hearings.
• Contribute to trial preparation.
• Handle a diverse caseload including commercial, trusts and estates, employment, and general civil disputes.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Independence

Professionalism

Client-centered

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice in Illinois

Tools

Job description

Career Legal seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney with at least two years of experience in the suburbs to join our practice. You will draft pleadings and motions, conduct discovery, manage hearings, and contribute to trial preparation.

The firm handles complex commercial, trusts and estates, employment, and general civil disputes with a hands-on, boutique approach. This role offers meaningful courtroom exposure, opportunities to sharpen advocacy skills, and room to grow within a reputable