Litigation Attorney

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a mid-sized boutique law firm specializing in complex civil litigation, including professional liability, construction disputes, product liability, insurance defense, insurance coverage, serious personal injury, and wrongful death.

About the role

The ideal candidate will have handled multiple aspects of civil litigation, including experience taking and defending depositions, drafting pleadings and motions, trial preparation, and legal research.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and factual records to prepare clear, well-supported coverage opinions and recommendations.
• Manage litigation matters involving insurance coverage and civil defense issues from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Conduct and defend depositions involving parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses in contested matters.
• Draft persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal filings for court proceedings and case strategy.
• Oversee discovery activities, including written discovery, document review, and case development planning.
• Represent clients in hearings, motion arguments, and other litigation-related proceedings as needed.
• Assist with trial readiness by organizing evidence, preparing witnesses, and supporting overall case presentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on claims involving construction, casualty, liability, civil rights, personal injury, and wrongful death matters.

Requirements

• JD and active IL bar license.
• 2-5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with insurance defense, insurance coverage, professional liability, construction disputes, or product liability preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and writing skills.

Benefits

• Medical (100% of cost covered by firm).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.

Pay

$130,000–$160,000 per year plus an annual bonus.

Schedule

Very flexible hybrid work-from-home schedule.