Overview
We are looking for a full-time Associate Attorney to join our firm's practice in Chicago, IL. This position imparts broad responsibilities and exposes you to a range of legal issues related to consumer protection, including transactional and civil litigation matters. Because our firm's headquarters are in New York, this position entails communicating with our main office exclusively via telephone and electronic means (e-mail, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
Schedule
Hybrid - Mondays and Fridays from home / Tuesdays - Thursdays in-office
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and supervising a heavy & diversified caseload of the firm's clients in Chicago, IL.
- Communicating with clients regarding their respective matters.
- Drafting pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reviewing & drafting agreements, etc.
- Communicating with opposing parties to resolve / settle claims.
- Legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
Qualifications
Experience drafting legal documents, such as pleadings and legal memoranda; strong organizational skills; willingness to take on a heavy workload.Must be currently admitted to practice law in Illinois (multi-state admission is a plus).Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm.Strong legal research skills; proficiency in LexisNexis is a plus.What We Offer
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experienceTraining & GuidanceMedical, Dental & Vision Benefits401K Benefits with Employer MatchPaid Time Off (PTO)Promotion & Growth opportunitiesTeam-building Events sponsored by the FirmAn incredible team of smart and supportive people!Seniority level
Entry levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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