About this opportunity
Orion Placement lists this Civil Litigation Associate Attorney opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pay:
$110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Build real courtroom and trial skills while working closely with experienced litigators who actively try cases
Take meaningful ownership of sophisticated civil litigation matters instead of being limited to behind-the-scenes work
Benefit from direct mentorship, practical feedback, and a clear long-term advancement path
Enjoy a manageable 1,700 annual billable-hour requirement designed to support high-quality work and professional development
Earn a 15% bonus after reaching 1,800 billable hours, with additional merit-based bonus potential
Receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus for direct hires, paid in installments
Join a growing, trial-focused practice where strong performance, initiative, and client service are recognized
Location
Greater Chicago Area. Attorneys may work from either our Schaumburg or Chicago office, with eligibility for a hybrid schedule after successfully completing the first 90 days of onboarding.
Note
Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar in good standing and have 3+ years of civil litigation experience involving commercial disputes, contract disputes, business disputes, real estate disputes, complex probate disputes, or closely related matters.
About Us
We are a growing Chicago-area law firm representing individuals and businesses across sophisticated civil litigation and complementary legal matters. Our team combines strategic thinking, careful preparation, hands-on advocacy, and individualized client service. We provide attorneys with meaningful responsibility, direct access to experienced litigators, and opportunities to develop into accomplished advocates. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
Manage civil litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other substantive legal documents
Conduct legal research and contribute directly to litigation strategy
Take and defend depositions
Prepare clients, witnesses, and experts for hearings, mediations, and trials
Appear in court for hearings, motions, and other proceedings
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
Collaborate closely with partners on commercial, contract, business, real estate, construction-related, probate, and other complex civil disputes
Qualifications
3+ years of directly relevant civil litigation experience
Illinois Bar admission in good standing
Experience with commercial, business, contract, real estate, or complex probate disputes strongly preferred
Hands-on discovery, motion practice, deposition, and court appearance experience
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
Sound judgment, professionalism, organization, and client communication skills
Ability to independently manage responsibilities while collaborating effectively with a litigation team
Why You Will Love Working Here
This is an opportunity to become a stronger litigator, not simply hit a billing target. You will receive substantive case responsibility, direct mentorship, courtroom exposure, and opportunities to sharpen your advocacy skills. Our 1,700-hour billable requirement supports thoughtful case preparation and professional growth, while our hybrid flexibility, comprehensive benefits, bonus opportunities, CLE support, paid time off, parental leave, and long-term advancement potential make this an attractive place to build your career.
JPC- 2415
Benefits:
401(k)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.