Senior Litigation Attorney

The Position

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Senior Litigation Attorney to work on our firm’s representation of a large international logistics services provider. The ideal candidate will have a strong background handling litigation matters, and trial experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging cases and be at the forefront of litigating emerging legal issues, with talented colleagues throughout the country, and provide sound counsel to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage a litigation caseload, helping oversee cases from beginning to end
• Actively participate in trials, including preparation, courtroom appearances, and trial proceedings
• Conduct legal research
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment
• Draft case analysis reports to client stakeholders with an eye towards developing proactive resolution strategies

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state Illinois
• 15+ years of general casualty litigation experience
• First and/or second chair experience strongly desired
• Trial experience required
• Insurance defense experience is required
• Experience in general liability, premises liability, products liability, construction, and transportation
• Experience with emerging e-commerce / gig economy legal issues preferred, but not required
• Deposition and motion practice experience required
• Superior analytical skills

Pay

$190,000 - $200,000 USD

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance