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William James Recruitment lists this Commercial Litigation Attorney opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Commercial Litigation Attorney – Chicago, IL 3-6 years – $187,000 – $360,000 + Bonus + Benefits
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago to join a market-leading National law firm specializing in M&A and Business litigation,
This Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago role offers exposure to complex, high-value litigation with a strong emphasis on Corporate Governance, Ownership and Merger/Acquisition Disputes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago seeking sophisticated contentious work, genuine responsibility, and the opportunity to join a highly respected specialist practice with a strong reputation in its field.
The Role:
Advising on complex business litigation with a focus on Corporate Governance, Ownership and Merger/Acquisition Disputes
Manage complex matters through all phases of litigation or arbitration
Draft pleadings, briefs, dispositive motions, and other substantive filings
Lead written and fact discovery, coordinate document review and production, prepare witnesses, and take and defend depositions
Managing discovery processes and developing case strategy
Supporting trial preparation and participating in trial proceedings
Negotiating settlements and achieving commercially focused client outcomes
Working closely with senior attorneys on business-critical disputes
Acting for a high-quality client base including developers, investors and landlords
The Candidate:
Qualified Commercial Litigation Attorney with 3-6 years experience
Strong background in M&A and general business litigation
Experience across the full lifecycle of litigation matters
Commercially astute with strong technical and analytical ability
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in Illinois
Highly organized with strong time-management capabilities
Able to work independently within a collaborative, specialist team
The Benefits and How to Apply:
Comprehensive medical insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Generous paid time off
Commuter benefits
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a resume for an initial conversation.
Contact: Alex-Jay Blackledge-Murphy, Senior Recruitment Consultant
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chicago, IL, 60290, US
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