Litigation Attorney

About the Firm

Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a growing litigation practice and a reputation for handling sophisticated, high-stakes matters for prestigious clients. The firm offers associates the opportunity to work closely with accomplished attorneys, gain meaningful courtroom experience, and build their careers within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

The firm is seeking a Mid-level or Senior attorney to join its complex product liability defense practice, with a focus on asbestos and talc litigation. Remote option and/or hybrid schedule.

This role offers exposure to sophisticated, high-stakes litigation alongside attorneys nationally recognized for defending occupational disease and long-tail exposure claims on behalf of insurers, public entities, and major corporate clients. Attorneys in this role will take on meaningful responsibility, manage active cases, and collaborate closely with senior partners in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of insurance defense litigation (asbestos/talc) experience preferred

• Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated

• Licensed to practice in Illinois

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience

• Monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000

• Student loan repayment assistance

• Flexible PTO

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Six months fully paid parental leave

• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Day-one fully vested retirement benefits

About Zerega Consulting

Zerega Consulting is a woman-owned and managed legal recruiting and consulting company. Founded in 2003, their boutique search firm caters to attorneys at all levels from managing partners to associates throughout the United States.