Senior Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Generous PTO and comprehensive benefits package

Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will possess at least 15 years of experience in litigation and trial work, particularly in sectors like insurance defense and general liability.

This role presents an opportunity to manage complex cases, engage actively in trials, and provide expert counsel to clients while enjoying a hybrid work arrangement that enhances work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of Illinois.
• 15+ years of general casualty litigation experience.
• Trial experience required.
• Insurance defense experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception to resolution.
• Participate actively in trials, including preparation and courtroom appearances.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.

Skills

Superior analytical skills

Strong advocacy and negotiation skills

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a proactive and highly skilled Senior Litigation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation and trial work, particularly in representing large international logistics services providers. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and provide sound counsel to clients.

Duties

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception to resolution.
• Participate actively in trials, including preparation and courtroom appearances.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices.
• Draft case analysis reports for client stakeholders.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in the state of Illinois.
• 15+ years of general casualty litigation experience.
• First and/or second chair experience strongly desired.
• Trial experience required.
• Insurance defense experience is required.
• Experience in general liability, premises liability, products liability, construction, and transportation.
• Experience with emerging e-commerce/gig economy legal issues preferred.
• Deposition and motion practice experience required.

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in Illinois.

Skills

• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.