Commercial Litigation Attorney

Commercial Litigation Attorney – Chicago, IL 3-6 years – $187,000 – $360,000 + Bonus + Benefits

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago to join a market-leading National law firm specializing in M&A and Business litigation,

This Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago role offers exposure to complex, high-value litigation with a strong emphasis on Corporate Governance, Ownership and Merger/Acquisition Disputes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago seeking sophisticated contentious work, genuine responsibility, and the opportunity to join a highly respected specialist practice with a strong reputation in its field.

The Role:

• Advising on complex business litigation with a focus on Corporate Governance, Ownership and Merger/Acquisition Disputes
• Manage complex matters through all phases of litigation or arbitration
• Draft pleadings, briefs, dispositive motions, and other substantive filings
• Lead written and fact discovery, coordinate document review and production, prepare witnesses, and take and defend depositions
• Managing discovery processes and developing case strategy
• Supporting trial preparation and participating in trial proceedings
• Negotiating settlements and achieving commercially focused client outcomes
• Working closely with senior attorneys on business-critical disputes
• Acting for a high-quality client base including developers, investors and landlords

The Candidate:

• Qualified Commercial Litigation Attorney with 3-6 years experience
• Strong background in M&A and general business litigation
• Experience across the full lifecycle of litigation matters
• Commercially astute with strong technical and analytical ability
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in Illinois
• Highly organized with strong time-management capabilities
• Able to work independently within a collaborative, specialist team

The Benefits and How to Apply:

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter benefits
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a resume for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alex-Jay Blackledge-Murphy, Senior Recruitment Consultant

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