Litigation Attorney

Carlson Dash, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Carlson Dash, LLC is seeking a Commercial Litigation Attorney with 6+ years of experience to handle complex matters for individuals, businesses, and major creditors. The role covers all phases of litigation across state and federal courts and requires strategic pre-litigation counseling to minimize risk.

The ideal candidate will manage matters independently from complaint through resolution, be comfortable in court and at the negotiating table, and hold an active Illinois bar license (Wisconsin

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience handling all phases of litigation in state and federal courts.
• Ability to provide strategic pre-litigation counseling and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Represent individuals, business entities, and major credit grantors in complex commercial litigation.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, motions, trial, and appeals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate litigation-related documents.

Skills

Litigation experience

Independent case management

Courtroom presence

Time management

Organization

Education

JD

Job description

Clients reach out to Carlson Dash when the stakes are real and the situation is complicated. They need a team that will outthink and outwork the other side. That is the standard we hold ourselves to, and it is why the attorneys who show up, think like owners, and build loyalty thrive here.

We are growing and looking for team members who share that same approach to their work.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Commercial Litigation Attorney with 6+ years of experience with:

• Representing individuals, business entities, and major credit grantors in complex commercial litigation matters, including breach of contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, business torts, and enforcement actions.
• Handling all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial, and appeals in state and federal courts.
• Providing strategic pre-litigation counseling and risk assessment to minimize exposure and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating litigation-related documents, including demand letters, settlement agreements, and consent judgments.

In addition to the above experience, the successful candidate will:

• Have a command of litigation and a proven track‑record of managing matters independently (complaint through resolution);
• Be comfortable in the courtroom, at the podium, in depositions, and across the negotiating table;
• Understand the interplay between clients, opposing counsel, and the courts – with demonstrated strategic thinking across all forums, including state court, federal district court, and appellate court;
• Possess excellent organizational and time management skills; and
• Hold an active bar license in Illinois (Wisconsin or multi-state a plus).

Compensation range is $125,000 - $225,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and hybrid work flexibility.

We thank all interested applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.