Commercial Litigation Associate

Responsibilities

• Conducting factual investigations and discovery
• Preparing pleadings
• Taking depositions
• Arguing motions
• Participating in mediation
• Communicating with clients
• Experience in both state and federal court preferred
• Experience in administrative matters and arbitrations beneficial
• Second‑chair experience at trial or arbitration preferred but not required

Requirements

• Three to six years of experience with all phases of complex commercial litigation
• Must be licensed in Delaware or Illinois
• Active Delaware or Illinois bar license or commitment to obtain one as soon as possible

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials
• Commitment to the community
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated record of working well under pressure
• Exceptional judgment
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action
• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Varied backgrounds, interests, and experience

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and much more.

Pay

Pursuant to applicable state laws, the compensation range for this position in California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C. is $220,000 to $265,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salaries in all other markets will vary depending on market data.