Complex Commercial Litigation Mid-Level Associate Attorney

Complex Commercial Litigation Mid-Level Associate AttorneyLocation: Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; New York, NYPractice Area: Complex Commercial LitigationExperience: 3+ yearsCompensation: $260,000–$365,000A leading Am Law firm is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate to join its Complex Commercial Litigation group in Chicago. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with at least 3 years of broad-based litigation experience from a top-tier law firm or comparable experience as a federal judicial clerk.The ideal candidate will have substantive experience handling high-stakes commercial disputes through all phases of litigation, including:Pleadings and motion practiceWritten and document discoveryLarge-scale e-discovery and discovery strategy managementExpert development and coordinationTaking and defending depositionsTrial preparation and courtroom supportDrafting and arguing substantive motionsCoordinating matters in Illinois state and federal courtsCandidates should bring:Strong case management and organizational skillsExcellent legal research and writing abilitySuperior analytical and verbal communication skillsOutstanding academic credentialsExperience working independently while collaborating with litigation teamsActive Illinois Bar admissionThis is an excellent opportunity to join a top-tier trial and disputes practice handling sophisticated, high-exposure commercial litigation matters, with significant hands-on responsibility and direct involvement in strategy, discovery, and trial preparation.