Litigation Attorney: Family & Civil, Growth Path

O'Flaherty Law of Wheaton; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Support

Origination Bonus

Job summary

O'Flaherty Law of Wheaton in Central Illinois seeks an attorney to handle a caseload of family law and civil litigation matters. You will attend court hearings 2–3 times per week, manage cases with paralegal and senior attorney support, and progressively take on more independence.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in family law and/or civil litigation and an Illinois license or pending admission, with strong communication and organizational skills to thrive in a dynamic practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in family law and/or civil litigation.
• Must be licensed in Illinois or have admission pending.
• Comfort handling cases with guidance while growing into independent practice.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of family law and civil litigation matters.
• Attend court hearings in Central Illinois approximately 2–3 times per week.
• Manage cases with support from paralegals and senior attorneys, gradually gaining independence.

Skills

Family Law

Civil Litigation

Courtroom Advocacy

Case Management

Legal Research

Client Communication

Organization

Written Communication

Time Management

Independent Judgment

Education

Licensed in Illinois or admission pending

Job description

O'Flaherty Law of Wheaton in Central Illinois seeks an attorney to handle a caseload of family law and civil litigation matters. You will attend court hearings 2–3 times per week, manage cases with paralegal and senior attorney support, and progressively take on more independence.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in family law and/or civil litigation and an Illinois license or pending admission, with strong communication and organizational skills to thrive in a dynamic practice.