Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (3 in-office / 2 rem

Full benefits package

Job summary

Jobot in Chicago seeks an experienced litigation associate (2+ years) for a downtown defense firm. The role offers sophisticated litigation work, strong mentorship, and a culture that balances work and life while maintaining strong compensation. Hybrid schedule with 3 days in-office and 2 remote.

Salary ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 per year, with eligibility for a $50/hour bonus over 1800 billables. Illinois Bar admission is required, and a track record in motions, discovery, depositions and

Qualifications

• Illinois Bar admission required.
• 2+ years litigation experience.
• Experience with case management, drafting motions/pleadings, written discovery, depositions, and court appearances.

Skills

Litigation experience

Case management

Motions & pleadings

Depositions

Court appearances

Education

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

Job details

1800 Billables + Hybrid Schedule + 20K Bonus Opportunity

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

A highly respected mid-size defense firm in downtown Chicago is seeking an experienced litigation associate (2+ years) to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking for sophisticated litigation work, strong mentorship/support, and a culture that genuinely prioritizes work/life balance without sacrificing compensation potential.

Why join us?

What Makes This Firm Stand Out:

• Median attorney tenure of 8.4 years
• Strong support staff structure with extensive paralegal/assistant support
• Flexible environment for attorneys prioritizing either work/life balance OR maximizing compensation through higher billables

Compensation & Structure

• Salary: $120k–$160k DOE (potentially higher for the right senior candidate)
• Billables: 1800
• Bonus: $50/hour over 1800
• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office / 2 remote
• Full benefits package included

Job Details

Requirements

• Illinois Bar admission required
• 2+ years litigation experience
• Experience with case management, drafting motions/pleadings, written discovery, depositions, and court appearances

Practice Areas

• Medical Malpractice Defense
• Transportation / Trucking Defense
• Long Term Care / Nursing Home Defense
• Premises Liability Defense

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