Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description Cassiday Schade LLP is actively seeking an associate attorney for its Rockford, IL office with 1-5 years of experience in civil litigation. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Illinois and have experience as a litigation associate. The firm offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a dynamic work environment that provides substantial opportunities for growth and professional development. RESPONSIBILITIES The associate attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks: · draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda; prepare and respond to written discovery;· conduct legal research; · take and defend depositions; · review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence; · assist with and participate in mediations, pretrial settlement conferences and court appearances; · interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff; and · manage a substantive case load. REQUIREMENTS Candidates must: · be licensed to practice law in Illinois; · be proficient with Lexis and MS Office; · demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills; · proactively work both independently and as part of a team; · exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills; and · navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism. Company Description ABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP Cassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises. Company Description ABOUT CASSIDAY SCHADE LLP\r\n\r\nCassiday Schade LLP is a litigation law firm headquartered in Chicago, with a presence throughout the Midwest. We focus on providing our clients with exceptional and efficient representation and act as national or regional counsel for clients facing nationwide exposures. With experience in virtually all areas of civil litigation, we have a diverse client base and our attorneys provide companies of various sizes with extensive trial experience and case preparation acumen. Throughout our history, we have represented individuals and companies in a variety of industries, including long-term care, insurance, financial services, manufacturing, construction, professional services and transportation. In addition to trial and appellate work, we provide both organizations and individuals with the tools to analyze and prevent risk before litigation arises.