Staff Attorney (Chicago)

Job Description:

Overview:

An In-house legal department is seeking a uniquely qualified attorney to assist our general counsel with a host of litigation and transactional matters for a conglomerate of companies servicing the logistics industry.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct litigation (draft pleadings, conduct discovery, appear in court, etc.) (80%);
• Manage transactional matters (draft and negotiate contracts, etc.) (20%);
• Provide comprehensive support and legal advice to our clients and their business leaders;
• Conduct legal research and keep abreast of current laws/regulations effecting business lines to ensure compliance; and
• Provide general assistance in a variety of tasks to the general counsel all in support of the legal department.

Focused Areas of Practice (in order of priority):

• Civil litigation (breach of contract)
• Transactional (contract review, drafting, and negotiation)

Required Skillset:

• Extremely organized, efficient, astute with a can-do attitude, and a great sense of humor.
• Clear and concise writer with critical thinking capabilities and a strong work-ethic.
• Quick learner who is unafraid to try something new.
• Patient and enjoys helping others.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Works collaboratively with a variety of personalities/nationalities/ethnic groups.

Basic Job Requirements:

• Licensed attorney in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum 5 years of legal experience.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Westlaw, and all traditional office software and equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: In office only

Annual Pay Range: $115K - $135K (commensurate with experience)

Benefits:

Compass Holding, LLC has a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, optional disability, and life insurance. We offer PTO and an employer matched 401(k).

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compass Holding, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Compass offers the following services to the transportation industry:

• Truck Sales
• Truck and Trailer Rental & Leasing
• Factoring
• Fleet Fuel Cards
• Insurance
• Equipment Finance
• Freight Brokerage
• Real Estate Development
• Hospitality/Entertainment