Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Belleville (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a litigation attorney in Belleville, IL. The role offers a base salary of $100,000.00–$125,000.00 per year with merit-based bonus opportunities and a strong benefits package.

Primary on-site work with some hybrid flexibility is available, and Illinois bar admission plus 4+ years of substantive litigation experience are required. You will manage complex matters across commercial, construction, employment, personal injury, product liability, and workers' compensation,

Qualifications

• Active Illinois bar license required.
• 4+ years of substantive litigation experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Missouri bar admission is preferred or willingness to obtain it when appropriate.
• In-house and solo-practice backgrounds may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to complex litigation matters from case assessment through resolution.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Draft high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage complex discovery, including developing strategies, reviewing materials, and coordinating discovery activities.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, motion practice, and other court proceedings.
• Handle a broad range of matters involving commercial litigation, construction litigation, employment law, personal injury, product liability, and workers' compensation.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and support professionals to move cases forward efficiently and effectively.
• Communicate clearly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders.
• Take increasing ownership of case management and client relationships as your experience grows.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Litigation strategy

Courtroom experience

Discovery management

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a high-impact litigation role with a clear path toward shareholder-level growth and increased responsibility.
• Handle a diverse mix of sophisticated matters, including commercial litigation, construction, employment, personal injury, product liability, and workers' compensation.
• Gain meaningful courtroom, deposition, discovery, research, and motion practice experience while working alongside experienced attorneys.
• Be rewarded for strong performance through a merit- and productivity-based bonus opportunity.
• Join a collaborative practice where your judgment, writing ability, and litigation skills will directly impact clients and cases.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package with professional development support and opportunities to build a long-term legal career.

Location:

Belleville, Illinois — primarily on-site, with some hybrid flexibility available based on the needs and approval of the assigning attorneys.

Note:

Must have an active Illinois bar license and 4+ years of substantive litigation experience. Missouri bar admission is a plus, and candidates licensed only in Illinois should be willing to obtain Missouri admission if needed.

About Us

We are an established regional law firm with a broad-based legal practice serving businesses and individuals across a wide range of matters. Our team values excellent legal work, practical client service, collaboration, and professional growth. We offer attorneys the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful cases while building lasting relationships with clients and colleagues. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage and contribute to complex litigation matters from case assessment through resolution.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Draft high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage complex discovery, including developing strategies, reviewing materials, and coordinating discovery activities.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, motion practice, and other court proceedings.
• Handle a broad range of matters involving commercial litigation, construction litigation, employment law, personal injury, product liability, and workers' compensation.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and support professionals to move cases forward efficiently and effectively.
• Communicate clearly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders.
• Take increasing ownership of case management and client relationships as your experience grows.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois bar license required.
• 4+ years of substantive litigation experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings and motions.
• Courtroom experience, including hearings and motion practice.
• Experience managing complex discovery and litigation matters.
• Strong academic credentials and professional judgement.
• Missouri bar admission is preferred or willingness to obtain it when appropriate.
• In-house and solo-practice backgrounds may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to do substantive legal work, work closely with experienced attorneys, and build toward a long-term leadership role rather than simply managing a high-volume caseload. We value collaboration, professional development, strong client relationships, and attorneys who want to make an impact. With hybrid flexibility available when approved, meaningful litigation exposure, and a shareholder-track opportunity, this is a role designed for an attorney ready to take the next step.

JPC-1759

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance