Litigation Attorney

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDHP with HSA

PPO Medical Insurance

24/7 Telehealth

Mail Order Prescriptions

Maternity Care Program

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Dependent Care FSA

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

EAP

Vacation/PTO

Sick Time

401k Plan

Transportation Benefits

Job summary

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Chicago with 3-5 years of experience across product liability, toxic tort, class-action, mass tort and medical malpractice. Dual IL/IN or IL/WI licensure encouraged.

We offer a national platform with mentorship, diverse trial exposure, and opportunities for professional growth. Competitive compensation and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Experience managing cases and drafting critical motions.
• Ability to develop written discovery and manage depositions.
• Trial and appellate experience is valued and sought.
• Excellent academic credentials and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Litigate across product liability, toxic tort, class-action, mass tort and medical malpractice.
• Manage case strategy, motions, discovery, and client communications.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and depositions; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Case management

Drafting motions

Depositions

Court proceedings

Trial & appellate experience

Academic credentials

Presentation skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Dual IL & IN bar admission

IL & IN license

IL & WI license

Job description

Benefits

• HDHP with HSA or PPO Medical Insurance
• 24/7 Telehealth Program and 24/7 Nurse line
• Mail Order Prescriptions
• Maternity Care Program
• Dental Insurance with Virtual Dental Visits
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans (STD/LTD)
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Life/Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation/PTO and Sick Time Allowances
• 401k Plan
• Qualified Transportation Benefits

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience. Specifically, we are interested in candidates for our Chicago location to litigate in a variety of practice areas, including product liability, toxic tort, class-action and mass tort, and medical malpractice. Candidates being dual licensed in IL & IN and IL & WI are urged to apply.

About Us

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is a nationally recognized litigation firm with seven offices and more than 140 attorneys. The firm is dedicated to resolving complex and contested matters for our clients across the country. Joining our firm will provide candidates with real‑world litigation experience and mentorship from top trial attorneys. We aim to provide the right fit for your growing practice and aspirations, offering an energetic and collegial work environment and regular training for your professional growth. We always seek outstanding lawyers with wide-ranging backgrounds to complement our strengths and be part of the firm’s future endeavors.

Experience And Skills

The ideal candidate will have overall case management experience, including drafting critical motions, developing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and participating in court proceedings. Trial and appellate experience are also valued. Possessing excellent academic credentials and immaculate presentation skills. This attorney can maintain strong relationships with the firm's existing client base and an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue new opportunities in expanding practice areas.

The anticipated salary will range between $110,000 and $160,000, commensurate with the candidate’s background and years of experience. Other income opportunities include the availability of discretionary profit-sharing contributions, typically made on an annual basis, and a merit-based discretionary bonus.