Litigation Attorney

Amundsen Davis, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Chicago is seeking a litigation attorney with at least seven years of experience in civil litigation and some trial exposure. Responsibilities include representing clients in litigation, conducting research, and drafting legal documents. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Illinois and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The salary range for this position is $150,000-$195,000, excluding bonuses. The firm values diversity and does not use AI in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of prior litigation experience.
• Substantial experience in civil litigation and some trial experience.
• Ability to handle own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of litigation.
• Perform all aspects of oral and written discovery.
• Conduct fact investigation/development and legal research.
• Draft pleadings, memoranda of law, client reports, and affidavits.
• Engage in active motion practice.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work well on a team

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

Job description

Amundsen Davis seeks a litigation attorney to join the Firm's Chicago office. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of seven years of prior litigation experience, including substantial experience in civil litigation as well as some trial experience. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Illinois and be able to handle their own caseload. General responsibilities include representing clients in all phases of litigation including performing all aspects of oral and written discovery; conducting fact investigation/development and legal research; drafting pleadings, memoranda of law, client reports, and affidavits; and engaging in active motion practice. Strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well on a team are required.

The annual base salary range anticipated for this position in Illinois is $150,000-$195,000, 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.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2 writing samples.* This position is not open to recruiters.

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).