Associate Attorney

Overview

Associate Attorney role at Rehrig International, a mid-size Chicago-based insurance defense firm, with openings in both Chicago and St. Louis offices. Admission to practice in Illinois is required, with preference for candidates also admitted to the Texas, Missouri, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, or Iowa bar. Practice areas include toxic tort, complex product liability, general liability, and professional liability. The firm emphasizes a team-based approach to litigation, with a high level of client service, flexibility, and responsiveness.

Position Overview

This is a hands-on role requiring strong case management skills, precise legal writing, and professionalism in depositions and court hearings across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates should be hard-working, motivated, capable of independent work, with excellent analytical and critical reasoning skills, the ability to think strategically under pressure, and a client-focused mindset.

Primary Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Review, analyze, and draft discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare and argue motions.
• Provide trial preparation and support.
• Investigate facts.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Attend court hearings and trials.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Candidate Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience.
• Admitted to practice in Illinois; secondary admission to Missouri, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, or Texas preferred.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Lead experience in plaintiff and expert depositions preferred.
• Ability to work independently and be highly organized and efficient.
• Superior research and writing skills; strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.

Compensation and Benefits Overview

Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 (DOE). Eligible employees may also receive bonuses and other forms of compensation, contributing to a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits offerings may differ by location.

• Comprehensive medical insurance (PPO, PPO HSA with HSA contribution up to $2000, and HMO by BCBSIL)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and parental leave
• Commuter benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Other leave programs

Eligibility Requirements

Participation in certain compensation programs and benefits is subject to specific eligibility criteria, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Salary Expectations/Requirements
• Writing Sample
• Transcripts
• References

Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military status, or veteran status.