Remote Associate Attorney

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our general-practice law firm. The firm currently maintains a broad, client-focused practice serving individuals, businesses, local governments, and families throughout Southern Illinois and the Metro-East. Our firm is focused on the practice of law and representing people not only legal issues. This position is intended to be a long-term, partnership-track opportunity for the right candidate. The firm is particularly interested in an attorney who wants meaningful hands-on experience, direct mentorship, client contact, and the ability to develop a well-rounded legal practice. While the firm has current needs in litigation, estate planning, and probate, candidates interested in any area of law are encouraged to apply. In addition, the role offers an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of legal areas, including general civil practice, civil litigation, criminal law, estate planning, probate and trust administration, real estate, municipal and local government law, corporate, M&A and transactional matters, and other general-practice matters based on our clients’ needs. This position is a paid opportunity designed for motivated legal professionals eager to grow their expertise in a collaborative environment.
The position is primarily in-office, but the firm supports reasonable flexibility for remote work when appropriate.

• Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing Westlaw and other legal research resources to support case strategies across multiple practice areas
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, contracts, memoranda, and correspondence with precision and clarity
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, correspondence, contracts, estate planning documents, probate filings, real estate documents, and other legal documents
• Assisting partners with litigation, estate planning, probate, real estate, municipal, and general civil matters
• Maintain meticulous records of case developments and administrative tasks within the law office management system
• Building practical experience in a small-firm environment with direct attorney mentorship
• Engage in ongoing legal research to stay current on relevant laws and regulations affecting various practice areas
• 0–2 years of legal experience preferred, though more experienced attorneys are welcome to apply
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• License to practice law in Illinois, eligibility for admission in Illinois, or pending Illinois bar results. Proven experience in legal research using Westlaw or similar platforms
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear and persuasive legal documents
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Desire to build a long-term legal career in Southern Illinois
• Health insurance opportunity
• Paid holidays
• Direct mentorship from experienced partner-attorneys
• Partnership-track opportunity for the right candidate
• Application Instructions*

Candidates with 0–1 year of experience should also submit a writing sample and law school transcript. All inquiries and applications will be kept confidential.
*The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, marital status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.