Litigation Associate - General Tort and Civil Defense
BCG Attorney Search
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Job summary
BCG Attorney Search seeks a litigation associate in Chicago, IL, to defend high-exposure cases involving catastrophic injuries from construction, transportation, and premises liability across all phases of litigation.
The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of civil litigation experience, is licensed to practice in Illinois, and can draft pleadings, conduct depositions, perform legal research, and advocate in court.
Qualifications
- 1+ years of civil litigation experience.
- Illinois license to practice law required.
- Experience in Cook County and surrounding counties preferred.
- JD degree required.
Responsibilities
- Investigate and develop case strategy.
- Conduct and defend depositions.
- Perform legal research.
- Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
- Represent clients during courtroom appearances and arguments.
Skills
Strong analytical
Legal research and writing
Communication and interpersonal skills
Education
Juris Doctor (JD)
Job description
Job Overview
A law firm seeks a litigation associate in Chicago, IL, to defend high-exposure cases involving catastrophic injuries from construction, transportation, and premises liability matters during all litigation phases.
Duties
- Investigate and develop case strategy.
- Conduct and defend depositions.
- Perform legal research.
- Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
- Represent clients during courtroom appearances and arguments.
Requirements
- 1+ years' experience in civil litigation.
- Experience practicing in Cook County and its collar counties preferred.
- Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Illinois license is mandatory.
Education
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Certifications
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in legal research and writing.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Professional development opportunities.
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