Senior Counsel - Trial & Defense

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of about 20 matters
• Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies
• Draft, respond and manage discovery
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, treaters and experts
• Draft and argue motions
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial including drafting pre-trial documents
• Participate in mediation/trial
• Actively and effectively report to our clients
• Manage and supervise associates and paralegals

Essential Skills & Experience

• Admission to the bar in Illinois
• Extensive oral argument skills
• Excellent creative strategy and strong legal writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Able to identify and resolve problems quickly

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid Work Flexibility
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonuses
• Student Debt Repayment
• Referral Rewards
• Mentorship & Career Growth
• Engaging Culture
• Wellbeing Benefits
• Inclusive Parental Leave
• Global Mobility Program
• Retailment Benefits
• Environmental Commitment

Pay

The salary range for this position is $165,000-$230,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.