Attorney

Smith Clinesmith
Chicago, IL, US
$100K a year
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners.

If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today! Compensation :

$100,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

  • Draft correspondence, legal pleadings, motions, and briefs
  • Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
  • Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects
  • Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
  • Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff

Qualifications :

  • Must be a member of your local bar association - active member preferred
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office is required
  • Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
  • Work independently while handling a heavy caseload
  • Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required
  • Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years
  • Must have an IL License and wiling to obtain additional licenses in OH and IN.

About Company

Smith Clinesmith LLP is a leading national law firm specializing in nursing home abuse and neglect around the country. With a commitment to justice and advocacy for vulnerable individuals, we are dedicated to representing victims and their families in civil lawsuits against negligent facilities and the corporations who own and operate the facilities.

Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals who strive for excellence in every case.

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