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trial attorney

UNITY Systems

Job Title: Trial Attorney Location: Chicago, IL<ul><li>Handle personal injury cases from litigation through trial and verdict</li><li>Conduct depositions, mediations, and courtroom proceedings</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, and trial documents</li><li>Must be licensed in Illinois with 2+ years of trial or litigation experience</li><li>Competitive salary, bonuses, benefits, and advancement opportunities</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: $135,700.62 - $227,600.88 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree?</li><li>What is your availability for a phone interview?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have with personal injury law?</li><li>Do you have an active IL Bar license?</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

Overview: 
The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its General Liability Practice.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-AD1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $125,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.

General Liability Associate Attorney

Segal McCambridge

<div>
 
 Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its general liability / complex litigation group in our Chicago office. This team handles high stakes product liability, catastrophic personal injury, medical malpractice, pharmaceutical negligence, professional negligence, transportation, construction defect and other general liability matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day management of an assigned case load while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with two office days per week.
 
 
 
 
 
 We seek candidates with:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Current, active license to practice law in Illinois. Dual licensure in surrounding jurisdictions (IN, MO, WI, etc.) desirable;
 </li>
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 Minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience in civil defense litigation including experience drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other facets of the litigation process;
 </li>
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 Trial experience desirable;
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
 </li>
 <li>
 A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in federal court and handling mediations/arbitrations desirable.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial. If you are looking to be challenged and handle files independently while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please apply and include your cover letter and resume.
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits:
 
 <ul>
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 401(k) with match
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 Dental insurance
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 Employee assistance program
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 Employee discount
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 Flexible spending account
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 Health insurance
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 Health savings account
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 Life insurance
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 Paid time off
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 Parental leave
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 Professional development assistance
 </li>
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 Referral program
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 Vision insurance
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 About the firm:
 
 
 Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.
 
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Associate Attorney

Cook County State's Attorney's Office

<div>***Applicants MUST be licensed in the state of Illinois or have passed the Bar Exam and be sworn into the Illinois Bar on November 5th***
Job Title: Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney &ndash; Entry Level 1-5 years&rsquo; Experience, Criminal Division
Reports to: Supervisor and Deputy Supervisors of the Criminal Division
Location: Criminal Prosecutions Bureau, Chicago, IL municipal courts and surrounding suburban districts including Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood, Bridgeview, and Markham
Bureau: Criminal Prosecution&rsquo;s Bureau
Division/Unit: Placement of unit is dependent on level of experience and departmental need
Salary: $92,857-$105,063. Salary is provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and quality of experience. Any salary offered is determined by the Chief of Staff and is non-negotiable.
Note: The Cook County State's Attorney's Office does not sponsor H1-B work visa petitions.
General Description:
The Criminal Prosecutions Bureau of the Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney Office is seeking an entry level Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney in the Criminal Misdemeanors (City or Suburban), Domestic Violence Misdemeanors (City or Suburban), Felony Review, Juvenile Justice (Delinquency), and Traffic units.
Duties/Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney</li>
<li>Will be required to manage misdemeanor and traffic caseloads, as well as handle preliminary hearings, grand jury indictments, and bond hearings</li>
<li>Will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials</li>
<li>Work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills and be self-initiating</li>
<li>Effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community</li>
<li>Preparing misdemeanor and traffic cases for disposition</li>
<li>Litigate motions, petitions, bench and jury trials and all functions related to the aforementioned trials</li>
<li>Work with witnesses and victims to prepare for testimony, either during trial or before the Grand Jury.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul><li>Applicants must possess a law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school</li>
<li>Be a member in good standing with the Illinois bar</li>
<li>Must have 1 or more years of criminal law experience</li>
<li>Excellent legal research and legal writing abilities</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to articulate sound legal arguments both orally and in writing, as well as articulate the rationale for decisions made</li>
<li>A solid work ethic and show attention to detail and accountability</li>
<li>Ability to work independently as well as be part of a team, including courtroom personnel</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>3 or more years of criminal practice</li>
<li>1-2 years of prosecutorial practice</li>
<li>1-2 years trial experience either at the misdemeanor or felony level</li>
</ul>
Working Environment:
In this role, the Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be assigned to cover geographical areas (i.e. Chicago, Suburban Courthouses, etc.) in Cook County. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be prosecuting under the Criminal Code of the State of Illinois. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be required to manage misdemeanor and traffic caseloads. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney will be expected to work closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and represent the People of the State of Illinois in hearings and trials. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney must be able to work well with people from diverse communities, work independently, have excellent time management skills and be self-initiating. The Assistant State&rsquo;s Attorney must be able to effectively communicate the mission and values of the CCSAO to members of the community.
Physical Requirements:
Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Cook County State&rsquo;s Attorney&rsquo;s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.
Benefits
At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your well-being directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.
Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.</div>

Assistant State's Attorney, Criminal Division - Entry Level

<div>
 
 Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its commercial litigation group in our Chicago office. The primary focus will be on commercial litigation (contract disputes, fraud, statutory violations, and business torts), intellectual property litigation, product liability, professional liability, life sciences, employment law, and technology and cybersecurity matters. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing case files, legal research, preparing legal documents, investigating facts, and attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills and take responsibility for the day-to-day management of an assigned case load while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with a flexible blend of remote and in-office work.
 
 
 
 
 
 We seek candidates with:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Current, active license to practice law in Illinois. Dual licensure in any jurisdiction desirable;
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience in civil litigation including experience drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other facets of the litigation process;
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior commercial litigation experience required;
 </li>
 <li>
 Trial experience desirable;
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
 </li>
 <li>
 A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in federal court and handling mediations/arbitrations desirable.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial. Compensation is competitive with opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you are looking to be challenged and handle files independently while having the ability to work collaboratively with an experienced litigation team, please apply and include your cover letter and resume.
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 401(k) with match
 </li>
 <li>
 Dental insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee assistance program
 </li>
 <li>
 Employee discount
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible spending account
 </li>
 <li>
 Health insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Health savings account
 </li>
 <li>
 Life insurance
 </li>
 <li>
 Paid time off
 </li>
 <li>
 Parental leave
 </li>
 <li>
 Professional development assistance
 </li>
 <li>
 Referral program
 </li>
 <li>
 Vision insurance
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 About the firm:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Overview: 
The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice.
 
The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least three (3) to six (6) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers. Admitted to practice in Michigan is a plus.
 
The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
 
Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 
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.
 
Qualifications: 
#LI-HYBRID
 
#LI-AD1
 
Minimum Salary: USD $135,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Transportation Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser

<div><div><div><div><div><div>Chicago, Illinois</div></div></div></div><div><div> 
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal&rsquo;s survey of the nation&rsquo;s largest law firms. We&rsquo;re also Mansfield Certified Plus.</div><div>
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Senior Transportation Litigation Attorney position in our Chicago Office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Transportation Litigation Attorney to work on our firm&rsquo;s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, specifically within the transportation sector and understand any applicable underlying regulations. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end</li>
<li>Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards</li>
<li>Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents</li>
<li>Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations</li>
<li>Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment.</li>
<li>Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>JD from an ABA accredited law school</li>
<li>Admitted to practice in the state Illinois</li>
<li>8+ years of general casualty litigation experience</li>
<li>First and/or second chair experience strongly desired</li>
<li>Trial experience required</li>
<li>Transportation and logistics, trucking, and related regulatory experience preferred</li>
<li>Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Deposition and motion practice experience required</li>
<li>Superior analytical skills</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills</li>
<li>Sophisticated technical skills necessary</li>
</ul></div><div><div><div><div>
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.</div></div><div>
Salary Range:</div><div>
$190,000 - $225,000 USD</div></div></div><div>
Why Should You ?
<ul>
<li>Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend</li>
<li>Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan</li>
<li>Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement</li>
<li>Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits</li>
</ul>
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Senior Transportation Litigation Attorney

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