Litigation Staff Attorney

Litigation Staff AttorneyA nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Litigation Staff Attorney to join its Chicago office.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated litigation work in a collaborative environment without the traditional partner-track expectations. The role offers meaningful responsibility on complex commercial litigation matters while working closely with experienced litigators and trial teams.CompensationCompetitive CompensationIdeal Background• 3+ years of litigation experience gained at a law firm, government agency, or corporate legal department• Experience supporting complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts• Experience drafting motions, briefs, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents• Experience conducting legal research, fact development, witness preparation, and deposition preparation• Experience managing document review, e-discovery, privilege reviews, and large-scale discovery matters• Experience preparing for hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial• Strong legal writing, analytical, organizational, and case management skills• Ability to manage multiple matters while working collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and litigation support professionals• Excellent academic credentials• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admittedWhy This OpportunitySophisticated commercial litigation practiceHigh-level legal work without traditional business development expectationsOpportunity to work alongside experienced trial attorneys on complex mattersCollaborative team environment with significant responsibilityStrong mentorship and professional developmentCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits