Job ID: 3218
Position: Staff Attorney
Location: Chicago
Practice Area: Litigation
Open Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Job Function: Legal
Contact: Kelly Morgan
Job Description:
Sidley's Chicago office seeks an experienced eDiscovery Staff Attorney with the skill set to jump in and assist case teams across all Sidley offices immediately. The role will be part of Sidley's eDiscovery attorney team and responsible for advising on eDiscovery best practices, discovery scoping, preservation and collection issues, and managing reviews and productions. Candidates should have 5+ years of traditional eDiscovery, document review management, and fact development experience; and be admitted (or eligible to be admitted) to the Illinois bar in good standing. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. The target salary range for this role is below. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found here. Target Salary Range: In Chicago, the estimated target salary range for this role is $185,000 - $210,000. Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Requirements:
• 5+ years of traditional eDiscovery, document review management, and fact development experience • Admitted (or eligible to be admitted) to the Illinois bar in good standing