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Meagher + Geer, PLLP

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 Meagher + Geer has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of experience in civil litigation, specifically in asbestos cases, to join our team.
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 JD from an accredited law school and admitted to the IL bar
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 Demonstrated experience handling depositions, including taking and defending them
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 Strong written and verbal communication skills
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 Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
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 High attention to detail and organizational skills
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 Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment
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 Proven Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word
 
 
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 Preferred qualifications
 
 include litigation experience, appellate work or judicial clerkship.
 
 
 
 Compensation &amp; Benefits
 
 
 
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 Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
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 Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, 401(k), Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance, Professional development, and remote work flexibility.
 
 
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 We are committed to diversity within the legal profession. We strongly encourage diverse applicants to apply for positions, as we believe a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences, enriching our work and our culture.
 
 
 Employment Type: Full Time
 
 
 Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
 
 
 Salary: $115,000 - $125,000 Annual
 
 
 Bonus/Commission: No
 
 
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Litigation Attorney

Shifrin Law Group

Growing personal injury firm based in Chicago-West Loop is looking for associate attorney to provide litigation services to clients.We are looking for an individual that has authentic passion for litigation and who is professional yet aggressive in their litigation strategy. This individual has excellent in communication skills with clients from diverse backgrounds, has empathy for those we serve and a proven track record of successfully litigating personal injury and/or criminal law cases.Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage a pipeline of approximately 40-50 cases.</li><li>Experience drafting and responding to motions;</li><li>Research and brief legal issues, writing persuasive legal documents, and arguing legal cases before state and federal courts.</li><li>Litigate motions and conduct jury and bench trials.</li><li>Take and defend depositions</li><li>Attend mediations, hearings, and trials as needed.</li><li>Maintain heavy communication with clients, opposing counsel and adjusters.</li><li>Negotiate settlements and plea bargains as needed, outside of trial.</li><li>Offer guidance to clients regarding their legal rights, responsibilities, and optimal strategies pertaining to their cases.</li><li>Stay updated on evolving laws and regulations relevant to clients' situations, delivering tailored advice and recommendations accordingly.</li><li>Efficiently manage cases, ensuring organized and effective handling throughout the legal process.</li><li>Ability to handle complex cases from start to finish.</li><li>Self starter, ability to take ownership of cases.</li></ul>Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years of experience in civil litigation. Personal injury law experience is highly preferred.</li><li>JD required. Ability to travel preferred.</li><li>Substantial knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence.</li><li>Experience in both state and federal court preferred.</li><li>Pay: Salary commensurate with experience PLUS generous bonuses for cases settled/won at trial. Contingency fee referral opportunities.</li></ul>Job Type: Full Time (can be part-time), remote and/or hybridSupplemental Pay:<ul><li>Case completion bonus</li><li>Commission bonus</li><li>Salary negotiable</li><li>Contingency fee referral opportunities</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Illinois Bar (Required)</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60607

Associate Attorney

Career Consulting Partners, LLC

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Associate Attorney</h2> 
Career Consulting Partners is proud to partner with a thriving California-based law firm that is expanding into Chicago, Illinois. This position is fully remote initially, with plans to transition to on-site in 6&ndash;12 months.
The firm represents employees and consumers in high-impact class and representative actions, handling matters such as wage-and-hour violations, discrimination, unfair business practices, and false advertising. With a track record of litigating against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies, the firm has recovered millions of dollars for thousands of clients nationwide.
This role offers hands-on litigation experience and significant courtroom exposure in sophisticated plaintiff-side class action matters. Due to continued growth and a large volume of active cases, the firm is seeking Associate Attorneys to join immediately.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities:</h4><ul><li>
Draft and file complaints, motions, and other courtroom documents</li><li>
Conduct discovery, including reviewing documents and preparing responses</li><li>
Take and defend depositions</li><li>
Participate in court appearances and oral advocacy</li><li>
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda</li><li>
Manage cases from inception through resolution or trial</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications:</h4><ul><li>
3&ndash;6 years of Civil Litigation experience</li><li>
Experience with class actions, complex litigation, or wage-and-hour matters is strongly preferred</li><li>
Active IL license to practice law</li><li>
Strong writing, research, and analytical skills</li><li>
Experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice</li><li>
Ability to manage a caseload with independence and initiative</li><li>
Professional, collaborative, and organized</li><li>
Defense attorneys seeking to transition to plaintiff-side work are encouraged to apply</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Compensation and Benefits:</h4><ul><li>
Salary: $130,000 - $200,000</li><li>
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and continuing legal education support</li><li>
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement</li><li>
Work on high-impact cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies</li><li>
Join a collaborative, passionate team dedicated to justice and client advocacy</li><li>
Play a key role in shaping and expanding our Illinois office</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Location:</h4><ul><li>
Chicago, Illinois</li></ul> 
Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward.</div>

McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce, LLC

<div>Description:

SUMMARY
This position involves residential and commercial foreclosures, title disputes, title curative actions, and other real estate and financial services matters within a positive team environment. You will make appearances in court for routine and contested hearings, develop case strategy, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery, conduct settlement negotiations while having autonomy to strategize on best outcomes for your cases. The ideal candidate will have a minimum 1-3 years of real estate and foreclosure litigation experience and will join a team ready to guide, support and collaborate. The firm provides a partnership track for all candidates who demonstrate excellence and growth. The position allows the employee to work remote with a flexible schedule and provides exposure to a wide variety of interesting case assignments. The firm prides itself on providing a quality work/life balance.
Requirements:

DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>
Manage case load of contested matters on behalf of residential and commercial mortgage lenders and investors.</li><li>
Appear in court and argue motions necessary to the successful completion of both routine and contested foreclosure, title disputes, HOA/COA disputes and other matters.</li><li>
Communicate with clients regularly for updates and case resolution.</li><li>
Analyze loan files, title reports and other documents. Draft motions and prepare written discovery and responses.</li></ul>
EDUCATION &amp; WORK EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>
J.D. degree, licensed in Illinois and in good standing with the Illinois Bar</li><li>
Minimum 1-3 years relevant Litigation experience involving mortgage foreclosure, creditor rights and civil litigation is preferred</li><li>
Knowledge of Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure process is required</li><li>
Knowledge of Illinois Code of Civil Procedure and Supreme Court Rules</li></ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, &amp; ABILITIES:<ul><li>
Effectively manage time and priorities</li><li>
Strong writing skills</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate written and oral</li><li>
Ability to work independently or in a group/team setting</li><li>
Ability to maintain high level of professionalism</li><li>
Ability to interact and communicate well with clients, staff, peers, and management of all levels</li></ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, h3andle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
 
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: Normal office working conditions, with quiet to moderate noise level within the work environment.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.
If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a growing firm, please submit your resume in confidence.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.
Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to careers@mccalla.com
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.</div>

Lexitas Legal Talent Solutions

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 We&rsquo;re looking for a Civil Attorney to join a growing insurance defense team! Trucking Experience a Plus!
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re someone who likes rolling up your sleeves, taking charge of your own cases, and working with a solid team of down-to-earth people, this might be your spot. We move fast, work hard, and have each other&rsquo;s backs.
 
 
 Ideally, you&rsquo;ve got around 5+ years of experience under your belt&mdash;but honestly, if you&rsquo;re newer or more seasoned and think you&rsquo;d be a good fit, we want to hear from you.
 
 
 
 What we&rsquo;re looking for:
 
 
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 You&rsquo;ve handled your own files from start to finish before.
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 You&rsquo;re independent and can juggle a full caseload without needing someone to hold your hand.
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 You&rsquo;ve done case evaluations and depositions.
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 You like building real relationships with clients (not just sending emails into the void).
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 You&rsquo;re a strong communicator&mdash;both in writing and out loud.
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 You&rsquo;re organized enough to track and report your time accurately.
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 Got your own book of business? Even better!
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 This position is based in
 
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 hybrid work setup
 
 after some in-person training.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re a mid-sized firm that still manages to keep that friendly, small-firm vibe. You&rsquo;ll get flexibility, plenty of support, and a bunch of great benefits&mdash;like health, dental, vision, and even pet insurance. We also offer a 401k match, paid holidays, parental leave, disability coverage, a wellness program, and more.
 
 
 If this sounds like your kind of place, we&rsquo;d love to talk.
 
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Civil Attorney

Venable LLP

<div>The Conflicts Attorney is responsible for evaluating and resolving legal conflicts-of-interest for new business intake, matter openings, client updates, and lateral attorney onboarding. This role conducts complex conflicts analyses, advises attorneys and firm leadership on risk and ethics issues, and ensures compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies. The Conflicts Attorney also supports matter opening workflows, drafts waivers and ethical screens, reviews Outside Counsel Guidelines, and contributes to maintaining high-quality conflicts data and processes. 


The Conflicts Attorney will be responsible for&hellip;
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<li>Identifying and analyzing actual and potential conflicts for existing and prospective clients by conducting in-depth research using internal systems and external databases (e.g., Hoover&rsquo;s, D&amp;B, Lexis, EDGAR) and interpreting results to assess business and ethical risks</li>
<li>Recommending and implementing conflict-resolution strategies, including ethical walls, disclosures, consent letters, and engagement modifications</li>
<li>Drafting and maintaining conflict waivers, disclosures, engagement letter language, and supporting documentation</li>
<li>Reviewing and analyzing Outside Counsel Guidelines and engagement letters for conflicts-related provisions; advise on restrictions, required screens, and necessary updates to internal data</li>
<li>Conducting conflicts analyses for lateral attorney candidates, recommending and implementing resolutions with Division Managers and the Ethics Committee, communicating with stakeholders to clear conflicts, and preparing required consent letters and documentation before and after onboarding</li>
<li>Educating attorneys and legal staff on ethical obligations, conflicts procedures, new business intake, and client relationship considerations</li>
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Successful candidates will demonstrate&hellip;
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<li>Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar status in MD, DC, CA, or NY</li>
<li>A minimum of 3 years of conflicts or professional responsibility experience in a mid-to-large, multi-practice law firm</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal relationships, business structures, and conflict scenarios</li>
<li>A minimum of 2 years of law practice experience in private practice strongly preferred</li>
<li>Proficiency with conflicts/new-business intake systems and strong research and analytical skills</li>
<li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive arguments and present nuanced analyses to all levels of firm leadership</li>
<li>Strong negotiation skills and consultative approach when working with attorneys and staff</li>
<li>High level of discretion, judgment, and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential information</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail, client-service orientation, and responsiveness</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines</li>
<li>Participation in the conflicts on-call rotation and ability to respond by phone to after-hours emergency conflict checks</li>
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Pay Range for Candidates in Chicago:

$145,000 - $180,000 per year 


The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary that Venable in good faith believes at the time of this posting that it is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on individual candidate qualifications and location. 


Committing your time and talent is no small matter&mdash;at Venable, we know that superior client service begins with an investment in our people. Our competitive compensation, robust benefits, and programs that support our employees&rsquo; well-being, families, and futures reflect our dedication to prioritizing the whole person, not just the professional. 


Venable&rsquo;s benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed orientation to the firm&rsquo;s benefit offerings upon hire. 


Here, we strive to offer the kind of care that radiates, from our colleagues to our clients, to our communities, so that success finds everyone.</div>

Conflicts Attorney

Maron Marvel Bradley Anderson & Tardy LLC

<div>Maron Marvel's devoted attorneys and staff work in synchrony to climb higher, smarter, and faster to elevate national litigation risk management. Our lawyers are focused on winning by being fearless, loyal, efficient, and steadfast. We are equally committed to making the world and legal profession better through dedicated DEI, community service, and attorney development work.
From the start, Maron Marvel attorneys had a passion for superior work product, a distinctive culture rooted in mass tort litigation, and an obsession with exceptional client service. Today, with over 100 attorneys in 14offices in 12states, Maron Marvel is best-in-show in national litigation risk management and mass tort defense. The firm serves as national, regional, and trial counsel to Fortune 500 companies with multiple operations located in the most dangerous plaintiff jurisdictions in the country. Maron Marvel's clients come from the energy, construction, manufacturing, technology, transportation, insurance, and liability-related industries. In addition to mass toxic torts, the firm also offers legal services concerning commercial disputes and liability-related defense.
Maron Marvel has an immediate opening for an associate attorney to join its Chicago office. We are seeking an experienced (2-5years) civil litigator for our General Liability Practice Group and Toxic Tort Practice Group. Successful candidates will have exceptional research, writing, and litigation skills.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Proactive case management from start to finish in both state and federal courts</li><li>
Drafting of pleadings, written discovery, motions, and research therefore</li><li>
Frequent client communications and reporting</li><li>
Comprehensive legal analysis, case evaluations, and strategy recommendations
</li><li>Expert witness coordination and collaboration</li><li>
Deposition, court hearing, and mediation attendance</li><li>
Trial preparation and attendance</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>J.D. degree from an accredited law school</li><li>
Licensed to practice in Illinois (other states a plus, but not required)</li><li>
2-5years litigation and Toxic Tort experience in both state and federal courts</li><li>
Demonstrated ability and desire to manage caseload proactively from start to finish</li><li>
Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment</li><li>
Strong research ability, written and oral communication skills</li><li>
Strong organization and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Desire to deliver exceptional client service and contribute to continued client development</li></ul></div>

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