Associate

We are looking for an attorney to join a legal team in Arlington Heights, Illinois, supporting a civil litigation practice with a strong focus on case development and courtroom readiness. This role offers the opportunity to handle substantive legal work, contribute to litigation strategy, and work closely with colleagues through all phases of active matters. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing competing deadlines, preparing persuasive written materials, and representing clients with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Conduct and defend depositions while developing testimony that supports overall case strategy. • Prepare motions, supporting memoranda, and other court filings with clear legal analysis and attention to procedural requirements. • Manage civil litigation matters from initial review through resolution, keeping cases organized and progressing on schedule. • Perform legal research and apply relevant statutes, rules, and case law to strengthen arguments and recommendations. • Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and support staff to gather facts, assess risk, and determine next steps in each matter. • Attend hearings, conferences, and other litigation proceedings as needed to advocate effectively on behalf of clients. • Review pleadings, discovery materials, and case documents to identify issues, inconsistencies, and opportunities for resolution. • Active license to practice law in good standing. • Demonstrated experience handling civil litigation matters in a law firm or comparable legal environment. • Practical background in taking and defending depositions. • Proven ability to draft motions and related litigation documents independently. • Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines with a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.