Municipal Litigation Associate: Courtroom Experience

Illinois State Bar Association; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. seeks a Litigation Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join our municipal litigation practice in Illinois.

The role involves drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and appearing in state and federal court to represent municipalities, school districts, libraries, and other local government entities. You'll work alongside seasoned municipal litigators, receive mentorship, and gain hands-on responsibility early in your career, including case preparation for

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of litigation experience in civil matters.
• Ability to draft pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of civil litigation in Illinois state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Assist with litigation strategy and case management from start to finish.
• Collaborate with municipal practice teams to provide comprehensive representation.
• Develop and maintain client relationships through practical counsel.

Skills

Litigation experience

Job description

Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. seeks a Litigation Associate with 1–3 years of experience to join our municipal litigation practice in Illinois.

The role involves drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and appearing in state and federal court to represent municipalities, school districts, libraries, and other local government entities. You'll work alongside seasoned municipal litigators, receive mentorship, and gain hands-on responsibility early in your career, including case preparation for