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Mandarich Law Group, LLP

<div><p><b>Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting a Paralegal for our Chicago office.</b></p><p><b>
This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. Base schedule is Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, in-office.</b></p><p><b>
Interested applicants: We require a completed employment applicant and resume.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
What You'll Do:</b></p><ul>
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Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal team, including document preparation, filing, and general office tasks.</li>
<li>Manage and organize legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality standards.</li>
</ul><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (preferred).</li>
<li>Prior law firm experience - required</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of civil litigation</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and legal management software (i.e. JST preferred)</li>
</ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul>
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Medical, Dental, and vision coverage; 401K plan with company match</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Company-paid Life Insurance</li>
<li>Short and Long Term Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Opportunities for advancement and professional development</li>
<li>Convenient West Loop location, close to the CTA, Metra, Divvy, and major freeways</li>
<li>On-site gym</li>
<li>Salary $25-$30/Hour DOE</li></ul></div>

Paralegal

Slater Slater Schulman LLP

<p><b>About Us</b></p><p>Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a prominent full-service law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events. Our nationally renowned attorneys are committed to ensuring the best results for our clients through persistence and zealous representation. We have achieved successful resolutions in some of the most challenging cases in the industry, including 9/11 World Trade Center litigation, Child Victims Act, mass torts, pharmaceutical drug litigation, product liability litigation, environmental litigation, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, and personal injury.</p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years of experience to work in our Child Victims Department. Experience with negligence and personal injury cases is helpful. Must be reliable and professional to work as part of our close-knit team. A successful candidate should have excellent communication and writing skills; must be highly organized and detail oriented. Experience reviewing medical records is a plus.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Communicating with clients.</li><li>Preparing and exchanging discovery demands, responses and authorizations.</li><li>Obtaining and exchanging medical records.</li><li>Court filings.</li><li>Other administrative duties as needed.</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.</li><li>Paralegal Certification preferred.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>2-5 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm environment.</li><li>Paralegal Certification preferred.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Litigation Paralegal

Quarles & Brady LLP

<p></p><div><p>Intellectual Property Patent Paralegal</p><br>
<p></p><div><div><div><p><b>Office Locations: Chicago</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Quarles is seeking a Patent Prosecution Paralegal in our Chicago office to assist with all aspects of patent preparation and prosecution across multiple clients and technologies.</p><div></div><div><p><b><br>
Grow Your Career at Quarles</b></p><p>
At Quarles, your goals matter. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is heard and your growth is supported. Join a team that values creativity, flexibility, and shared success.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>
Supportive, adaptable work environment</li><li>
Career development through mentoring and training &ndash; Professional growth opportunities</li><li>
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Be part of a firm where great people achieve great things&mdash;together.</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Coordinating filing new applications.</li><li>
Analyzing USPTO and foreign counsel correspondence.</li><li>
Tracking due dates via matter management and docketing systems.</li><li>
Proactively preparing client reporting's and prosecution documents.</li><li>
Communicating with USPTO, attorneys, paralegals, liaisons, foreign associates, staff and clients regarding prosecution matters.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
At least 2 years working with intellectual property, and the majority of that spent with patent prosecution.</li><li>
A minimum of 2+ years of law firm experience.</li><li>
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree or Paralegal Certification is required.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and expertise working with an extensive patent prosecution docket.</li><li>
Exceptional client service focus.</li><li>
A commitment to being part of a great team.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and to prioritize and multi-task to complete projects effectively and efficiently.</li><li>
Outstanding communication (oral &amp; written) and organization skills.</li></ul><div><i>
</i></div><div><i>
Quarles &amp; Brady offers competitive salaries, bonus and great benefits to employees including paid time off, health, vision, dental, 401k, life, disability and much more. Benefit eligibility is dependent on hours. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience, education and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors.</i></div><div>
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Quarles is an equal opportunity employer.</p><p><i>
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Intellectual Property Patent Paralegal

National Immigrant Justice Center

<div><p><b>About NIJC</b></p><p>
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of over 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,500 <i>pro bono</i> attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform.</p><p><b>
Job Summary:
</b></p><p>As part of NIJC's federal litigation project, the paralegals are responsible for maintaining client case files, tracking case activity in Legal Server, communicating with clients on a regular basis, and interviewing clients and potential plaintiffs as assigned, and providing support for litigation filings, including cite checking.
</p><p><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Maintains complete, thorough, accurate, and current records in an organized fashion in accordance with legal standards, rules, and ethics.</li><li>
Utilize the federal court docketing system for purposes of internal file maintenance.</li><li>
Utilize Legal Server for accurate tracking of litigation related matters.</li><li>
Following BlueBook and other style guide requirements, cite checking and formatting federal court filings.</li><li>
Conducts interviews with clients, potential plaintiffs or class members, and witnesses.</li><li>
Drafts applications, affidavits, letters and/or legal pleadings and prepares supporting documentation.</li><li>
Prepares materials for submission to the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration Court, or other entities as appropriate.</li><li>
Remains current on immigration law, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Ensures the accuracy, substance, and timeliness of statistical and narrative reports, projects, schedules, and other relevant work products.</li><li>
In accordance with organizational policies and the ethical standards required of the legal profession, the Code of Professional Responsibility preserves client confidentiality, accounts for client monies,and avoids conflicts of interest.</li><li>
Other duties may be assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
Competencies:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Legal Skills: </b>Experience analyzing the impact of laws on vulnerable populations and advocating for improved laws and policies. Strong legal research and writing skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><b>
Reasoning Ability: </b>Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.</li><li><b>
Technology Knowledge/Skills</b>: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><b>
EducationExperience:</b> Bachelor's degree required. Experience working with immigrants, refugees, or asylum seekers preferred.</li><li><b>
Language Skills:</b> Fluency in Spanish required. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.</li><li><b>
Other Requirements:</b> Excellent writing, editing, organizational, and computer skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><b>
How to Apply</b></p><p><b>
Please Include:</b></p><ul><li>
Your resume</li><li>
A compelling cover letter, including the following:</li><li>
Why you are interested in this specific role and in working for NIJC</li><li>
How your unique skills and experience will enable you to make a significant impact on our team and help us achieve our mission.
</li><li>A specific, brief example of a project or accomplishment from your past that best demonstrates your relevant qualifications.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Physical Abilities Statement</b></p><p>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time</li><li>
The person in this position occasionally needs to move about the inside of the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.</li><li>
Constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine.</li></ul><p><i>
It is the policy of NIJC not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.</i></p></div>

Litigation Paralegal NIJC

<p></p><div><p>Intellectual Property Legal Project Assistant</p><br>
<p></p><div><div><div><p><b>Office Locations: Chicago</b></p><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking a Legal Project Assistant in our Chicago office to support the attorneys and paralegals in our Intellectual Property Group to assist with various aspects of the Group's patent prosecution work. This person will also provide support for other projects and matters as required from time to time.</p><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Grow Your Career at Quarles</b></p><p>
At Quarles, your goals matter. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is heard and your growth is supported. Join a team that values creativity, flexibility, and shared success.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>
Supportive, adaptable work environment</li><li>
Career development through mentoring and training &ndash; Professional growth opportunities</li><li>
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
Be part of a firm where great people achieve great things&mdash;together.</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Assist attorneys and paralegals in electronic document preparation and case filings with the USPTO.</li><li>
Provide independent management of case and project workload.</li><li>
Draft, edit, and proofread internal and external communications while meeting required deadlines.</li><li>
Preparing and filing Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) for attorney and paralegal review.</li><li>
Communicate with clients and prepare documents, reminders, and updates for same.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with internal client teams and pair with paralegals to execute on client deliverables.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Intellectual Property patent prosecution experience is preferred.</li><li>
Client billable hour requirement of 1200.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills.</li><li>
Strong technology skills and experience with Microsoft Office/Outlook/PowerPoint and willingness to learn additional programs.</li><li>
High level of attention to detail.</li><li>
Strong ability to prioritize and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks simultaneously.</li><li>
Highly motivated and a self-starter.</li><li>
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.</li></ul><div>
</div><div><i>
Quarles &amp; Brady offers competitive salaries, bonus and great benefits to employees including paid time off, health, vision, dental, 401k, life, disability and much more. Benefit eligibility is dependent on hours. Compensation is determined upon the market in which the position is located, the responsibilities of the position, the experience, education and skills of the applicant, and other job-related factors.</i></div><div>
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Quarles is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div>
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Intellectual Property Legal Project Assistant

<div><p><b>About NIJC</b></p><p>
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of over 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,500 <i>pro bono</i> attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform.</p><p><b>
Job Summary:
</b></p><p>In recent months, the quickly changing landscape of federal immigration law, including the substantial expansion of immigration arrests and detention, has prompted NIJC to pursue more federal court litigation than ever before. Considering this expansion, NIJC seeks to hire a litigation project manager who, together with the existing litigation project manager and the director of the litigation team, will oversee the day-to-day logistics of litigation related matters. The project manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing plaintiff searches, compliance with various class action settlement agreements, and coordination with new and existing clients as their cases progress. The person will also be responsible for supervising a litigation project paralegal, who will be responsible for managing some of the team's administrative needs.
</p><p><b>Please note: While this is not an attorney role, candidates who are fully accredited representatives or who are eligible to become accredited are encouraged to apply.</b></p><p>
The project manager will collaborate with legal teams both internal and external to NIJC, community stakeholders, and clients to define project scope, set timelines, and allocate resources. The project manager will work in collaboration with attorneys to oversee the day-to-day operation of substantial, high impact cases as well as cases on behalf of individuals appearing in the federal courts. They use project management methodologies and tools to optimize workflows, track progress, and ensure compliance with legal standards, ultimately driving the successful delivery of legal services and solutions. The project manager must also be able to communicate and work well with detained clients in cases that are proceeding on an expedited timeline. That project manager will eventually be responsible for supervising a paralegal.</p><p><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Manage the acceptance of clients for impact and federal court cases for representation.</li><li>
Organize, lead, and oversee plaintiff searches for class action cases or other large group actions.</li><li>
Communicate with clients and immigration counsel about case developments</li><li>
Once accredited, provide full legal representation before USCIS and the immigration courts to litigation plaintiffs in their related, immigration court matters.</li><li>
Liaise between legal teams, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and accurate management of data pertaining to cases.
</li><li>With existing Litigation Project Manager and Project Director, work with NIJC's communications team to ensure timely and accurate communication about NIJC's litigation matters.</li><li>
Conduct and lead regular meetings with team members assigned to various projects to review project status and address any issues.
</li><li>Prepare detailed project status reports and updates for management, clients, funders, and stakeholders.
</li><li>Gather and organize critical documents and evidence for legal proceedings.</li></ul><p><b>
Supervisory Duties:</b></p><ul><li>
Supervise paralegal(s) on case management and file maintenance procedures.</li></ul><p><b>
Competencies:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Legal Skills: </b>Experience analyzing the impact of laws on vulnerable populations and advocating for improved laws and policies. Strong legal research and writing skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><b>
Reasoning Ability: </b>Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.</li><li><b>
Technology Knowledge/Skills</b>: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>
EducationExperience:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject, which may include business management, quality assurance, or organizational development.
</li><li>At least 3-5 years of prior experience in immigration work.</li><li>
Fluency in Spanish.</li><li>
Demonstrates skills in project management and outcomes measurement highly desirable.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
</li><li>Excellent training and development skills
</li><li>Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft 365 or related software.</li></ul><p><b>
How to Apply</b></p><p><b>
Please Include:</b></p><ul><li>
Your resume</li><li>
A compelling cover letter, including the following:</li><li>
Why you are interested in this specific role and in working for NIJC</li><li>
How your unique skills and experience will enable you to make a significant impact on our team and help us achieve our mission.
</li><li>A specific, brief example of a project or accomplishment from your past that best demonstrates your relevant qualifications.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Physical Abilities Statement</b></p><p>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time</li><li>
The person in this position occasionally needs to move about the inside of the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.</li><li>
Constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine.</li></ul><p><i>
It is the policy of NIJC not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.</i></p></div>

Project Manager-LItigation Team-NIJC

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.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Litigation&amp;Tax@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</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.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><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

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