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litigation attorney associate

Clausen Miller P.C.

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 Clausen Miller P.C. is seeking a highly qualified Litigation Associate Attorney to be based in the Firm&rsquo;s Chicago office. Successful candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in professional liability, employment, medical malpractice, and general casualty defense. Active Illinois license is required - Indiana and/or Wisconsin license is a plus. Competitive salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000.00 annually, plus a top tier benefits package. Hybrid work schedule available.
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Associate Attorney (Litigation)

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

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The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
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The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills and at least two (2) to five (5) years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery, as well as handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Admission to the Illinois Bar is required.
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Lewis Brisbois' General Liability Practice is comprised of over 600 attorneys nationwide who have successfully represented defendants in significant exposure cases in numerous general liability areas. The group has provided a defense for a myriad of property and personal injury claims, for both businesses and individuals who may be insured or self-insured. While the attorneys within the firm are equipped to handle a wide variety of matters, we excel in the litigation and trial of catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases. The General Liability Practice partners and senior associates are seasoned and well-respected trial attorneys who have broad trial experience. Our attorneys have been cited by the National Law Journal for obtaining one of the "Top Ten Defense Verdicts of the Year," and have received other prominent recognition.
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Although we would prefer that you have some insurance defense experience, we are also interested in working with developing talented attorneys who come to us with excellent skills in any litigation arena. If you have substantive litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity in a growing, collaborative firm, we invite you to apply.
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We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
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<b>Minimum Salary:</b> USD $125,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.

General Liability Associate Attorney

Latham & Watkins LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>We represent companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, and individuals in their most significant and high-stakes disputes. We tailor our litigation teams to the specific characteristics of each matter, drawing on a global team of seasoned litigators and trial lawyers to match the industry, claims, subject matter, client goals, and venue at play. Regardless of the nature of the dispute, we adopt a trial-ready strategy from the outset to achieve the best result for the client, in whatever form success takes.<br>
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Our deep bench of experienced trial lawyers, including dozens of former US federal prosecutors, have successfully tried or arbitrated hundreds of cases to verdict in the last decade. Opposing counsel know our track record of taking the toughest cases to trial and winning &mdash; a reputation that often influences settlement considerations when our name appears on the docket.<br>
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We pair our experience with a fluency in the market dynamics that are influencing industries &mdash; from financial services to technology and energy to life sciences &mdash; across the world. We routinely litigate business torts, contract and joint venture disputes, fraud and unfair competition as well as consumer protection claims, insolvency and restructuring matters, insurance coverage, and trade secrets cases across a wide range of industries and venues. This diverse practice gives us insight into the litigation strategies that help our clients prevail.<br>
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Our clients&rsquo; business objectives guide our litigation planning. We take into account the size of the matter, the client&rsquo;s exposure or up side, and the significance of the case to the client. Recognizing that litigation is just one part of a larger business strategy, we evaluate early exit options to minimize costs, including dispositive motions, alternative dispute resolution, and settlement, as well as third-party indemnification and insurance coverage.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Litigation Department is seeking an associate with a minimum of three years of complex commercial litigation experience to join our 4th to 6th year associate class.
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</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Litigation&amp;Tax@lw.com
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</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
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Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
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We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
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 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
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Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
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San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
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Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
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1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
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2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
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3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
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4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
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5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
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6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
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7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
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8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate - Litigation & Trial - Complex Commercial Litigation

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, Llp

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<br><p></p><div><div><p>Department: Consumer Protection</p></div><div><p>
Job Number: 1045</p></div><div><p>
Offices: Chicago</p></div><div><p><b><br>
Description</b></p><p>
Manatt, Phelps &amp; Phillips, LLP, is seeking an associate with three to six years of litigation experience to join our growing team.</p><p>
We are looking for candidates who are excited about taking on more responsibility. Candidates must have demonstrated consumer class action experience. Experience with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, state mini-TCPA laws, and automatic renewal laws is a plus. Experience in other complex litigation areas, including consumer protection, unfair competition, and false and deceptive advertising, is preferred. Familiarity with investigations and proceedings initiated by the Federal Trade Commission, Federal Communications Commission, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and other federal and state regulatory agencies is a plus.</p><p>
Ideally, candidates will have hands-on litigation experience and will want to gain further responsibility and experience in the following areas: handling discovery and litigation discovery disputes, taking and defending depositions, conducting witness interviews, drafting and arguing pleadings and motions, and managing cases on a day-to-day basis. Excellent legal writing and research skills are required.</p><p>
Manatt&rsquo;s consumer protection team works collaboratively across offices and industry sectors and provides an integrated and cohesive approach that covers all of the law&rsquo;s implications and ramifications, from ensuring compliance to fending off or defeating class actions.</p><p><b>
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Three to six years of experience</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written and verbal communication and advocacy skills</p></li><li><p>
Strong legal research and analytical skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to be a self-starter who is eager and curious to learn new topic areas quickly and can work independently as well as be part of a collaborative team</p></li><li><p>
Effective and efficient problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work proactively to develop creative solutions in order to meet client and team needs</p></li><li><p>
Enthusiasm for working in a team environment</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction in which you plan to practice</p></li></ul><p><b>
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</b></p><p>
Fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is one of Manatt&rsquo;s core values and is fundamental to our organization&rsquo;s continued progression. We believe a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we live, work and serve enriches Manatt&rsquo;s culture and enhances our ability to understand our clients&rsquo; needs and develop better, more impactful solutions. In collaboration with Firm leadership, our Diversity and Inclusion department drives the Firm&rsquo;s efforts, engaging our legal, consulting, business, and administrative professionals to create and sustain a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.</p><p><b>
About Manatt, Phelps &amp; Phillips, LLP</b></p><p>
Manatt, Phelps &amp; Phillips, LLP, is a leading professional services firm, providing integrated legal and consulting services to a global client base. With offices strategically located in California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento and Silicon Valley), New York (New York City and Albany), Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Boston, the Firm represents sophisticated clients &mdash; including Fortune 500, middle-market and emerging companies &mdash; across a range of industry sectors such as health care; financial services; entertainment; digital and technology; and energy, environmental and real estate. For more information, visit www.manatt.com.</p><p><b>
Join Us</b></p><p>
If you want to join a future-thinking, entrepreneurially-minded team of passionate and driven professionals, we strongly encourage you to apply. All candidates must apply through our online application portal (apply here). Required application materials include a cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample (two to three pages from your academic or work experience of which you are the sole author).</p><p><b>
EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled</b></p><p>
Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender (including gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age (over 40), genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, sexual orientation, political activity or affiliation, genetic or and any other protected classes or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the American Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.</p><p><b>
Job Posting Disclaimer</b></p><p>
Please be advised that we are currently not accepting agency submissions for this position and will not review or respond to unsolicited submissions.</p><p><b>
Salary</b></p><p>
The base annual pay range for this role is between $250,000 - $370,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. Additional medical, financial and/or other benefits will be offered dependent on the position.</p></div></div>

Consumer Protection Litigation and Compliance Associate

Beacon Hill

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  Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-respected Chicago boutique in the search for a sharp, driven Associate to join its growing litigation team. This firm is small by design and highly regarded for its results in complex commercial disputes and white-collar matters, regularly going up against major national firms.
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  Associates here are true contributors. You'll gain immediate exposure to clients, take on meaningful responsibility, and develop real trial experience while working directly with the firm's senior partners.
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    3+ years of litigation experience gained in private practice or through a clerkship
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    Exceptional writing, analytical ability, and courtroom presence
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    Genuine work/life balance, with most attorneys billing around 1500 to 1600 hours
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    Highly substantive case work with hands-on guidance from seasoned trial lawyers
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    A supportive, team-oriented culture where associates advance quickly
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    Anticipated compensation in the $170K to $185K range, with flexibility based on background
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  If you're a litigator seeking high-level work in a balanced and collaborative environment, this is an excellent role to explore.
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  Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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   California residents:
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  Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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  If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/
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  Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
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  Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
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  Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries.  Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
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  Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.
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  Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
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  We look forward to working with you.
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  Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
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Litigation Associate Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich, LLP

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The Chicago office of Kaufman Dolowich&mdash;recognized by <i>U.S. News</i> as one of the &ldquo;Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms,&rdquo; is expanding our Insurance Coverage and Litigation team. We invite you to join a nationally respected firm with real impact and a collaborative, on-site team.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Represent clients in commercial litigation and professional liability litigation</li><li>
Analyze insurance policies to identify coverage issues and draft coverage opinions, reservations, and disclaimers</li><li>
Represent clients in insurance coverage litigation</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Why KD?</b></div><ul><li>
Uncapped opportunities for career advancement</li><li>
Team-first culture with open communication and support</li><li>
Impactful work that drives real client results</li><li>
Robust bonus program</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
3+ years of experience in insurance coverage, cybersecurity, defense litigation and/or commercial litigation</li><li>
JD degree and excellent academic credentials</li><li>
Admittance to practice in Illinois. Indiana admission is a plus</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Excellent legal research and analytical skills</li><li>
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects</li><li>
Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Base Salary Range:</b> $130,000 - $200,000</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.</i></div><div></div><div><b><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.</b></div></div>

Insurance Coverage and/or Litigation Associate

Career Consulting Partners, LLC

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Career Consulting Partners is proud to partner with a thriving California-based law firm that is expanding into <b>Chicago, Illinois.</b> This position is fully remote initially, with plans to transition to on-site in <b>6&ndash;12 months</b>.</p><p>
The firm represents employees and consumers in high-impact class and representative actions, handling matters such as <b>wage-and-hour violations, discrimination, unfair business practices, and false advertising</b>. 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.</p><p>
This role offers <b>hands-on litigation experience</b> and significant <b>courtroom exposure</b> in sophisticated plaintiff-side class action matters. Due to continued growth and a large volume of active cases, the firm is seeking <b>Associate Attorneys</b> to join immediately.</p><p></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></h4><p></p><ul><li><p>
Draft and file complaints, motions, and other courtroom documents</p></li><li><p>
Conduct discovery, including reviewing documents and preparing responses</p></li><li><p>
Take and defend depositions</p></li><li><p>
Participate in court appearances and oral advocacy</p></li><li><p>
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda</p></li><li><p>
Manage cases from inception through resolution or trial</p></li></ul><p></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications:</b></h4><p></p><ul><li><p><b>
3&ndash;6 years</b> of Civil Litigation experience</p></li><li><p>
Experience with class actions, complex litigation, or wage-and-hour matters is strongly preferred</p></li><li><p>
Active IL license to practice law</p></li><li><p>
Strong writing, research, and analytical skills</p></li><li><p>
Experience with depositions, discovery, and motion practice</p></li><li><p>
Ability to manage a caseload with independence and initiative</p></li><li><p>
Professional, collaborative, and organized</p></li><li><p>
Defense attorneys seeking to transition to plaintiff-side work are encouraged to apply</p></li></ul><p></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Compensation and Benefits:</b></h4><p></p><ul><li><p>
Salary: $130,000 - $200,000</p></li><li><p>
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and continuing legal education support</p></li><li><p>
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement</p></li><li><p>
Work on high-impact cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies</p></li><li><p>
Join a collaborative, passionate team dedicated to justice and client advocacy</p></li><li><p>
Play a key role in shaping and expanding our Illinois office</p></li></ul><p></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Location:</b></h4><ul><li><p>
Chicago, Illinois</p></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
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.</p></div>

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