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Civil Litigation Attorney

Jobot

Lake Forest, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$160,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Communication Skills, Documentation, Fiduciary, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Litigation, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Research Skills, Team Player, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lake Forest, IL
POSTED
11 days ago
Civil Litigation Firm Seeks Talented Estate and Trust Attorney

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Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a law firm seeking an associate attorney with 2-5 years of civil litigation experience, with a strong preference for litigation experience in the fields of estates and trusts or fiduciary litigation. The right candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills, and will play a significant role in all phases of litigation.

Duties:

  • Assist in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and complex briefs
  • Engage in discovery practice, including drafting written discovery requests and review of production
  • Conduct legal research using Westlaw in support of litigation strategy
  • Participate in negotiations and settlements
  • Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of litigation
  • Prepare for and attend court hearings
  • Work closely with clients and legal staff to develop positive outcomes for the client
  • Maintain accurate case files and documentation


Why join us?
  • Good work culture and work-life balance
  • Challenging and stimulating projects
  • Potential remote work accommodations
  • Great office location in beautiful downtown Lake Forest
  • Excellent opportunity to develop and hone practice


Job Details
  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active Illinois bar admission
  • Familiarity with the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure
  • Previous experience in a law firm or legal setting with civil litigation practice
  • Proficiency in legal research methods and tools like Westlaw
  • Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of legal drafting techniques, including relevant experience with pleading and substantive motion practice
  • Experience with litigation processes


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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com