Commercial Litigation Attorney

. Prepare matters for hearings, trials, arbitrations, or mediations under the direction of the Practice Group Leader and/or Partners .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $100,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare matters for hearings, trials, arbitrations, or mediations under the direction of the Practice Group Leader and/or Partners
Draft correspondence, pleadings, opinion letters, and other documents
Communicate with clients, courts, and other counsel
Draft and argue motions
Coordinate and communicate with clients, courts, opposing and co-counsel, vendors, attorneys, secretaries, paralegals, case assistants, managers, and other staff
Maintain current knowledge of applicable local rules, civil procedure rules, FRCP, codes, and regulations

What you’ll need

1–3 years of experience in litigation
Experience involving breach of commercial loans and security agreements, secured transactions and equipment leasing, negotiable instruments, replevin actions, judgment enforcement, and foreclosures
Bankruptcy and transactional experience concerning the same areas of law beneficial but not essential
Licensed and admitted to practice in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, or Missouri
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Command of the English language
Current knowledge of Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, FRCP, and other applicable codes and regulations
Submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample

Comp & perks

Eligibility for discretionary and performance-based bonuses
Student loan repayment assistance
Professional development and mentorship opportunities
Forward-facing client interactions and experience handling hearings, depositions, and trials
Flexible workforce and alternative work arrangements
Remote work opportunities
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package