Description:

Position Overview:
We are looking for an Associate Attorney with a minimum of 1-5 years of experience who can support and grow within multiple practice areas. This position is ideal for a lawyer who wants to build a well-rounded, business-focused practice with substantive experience on both the transactional and litigation sides.

Our work is not limited to traditional commercial litigation. Much of the firm's litigation arises from the businesses, business owners, and professionals we represent, but the role also involves broader civil litigation and a wide variety of legal issues affecting our clients. On the transactional side, the associate will assist with contracts, business structuring, governance, and related corporate matters.

This is a hands‑on role within a collaborative, entrepreneurial small-firm environment, offering significant client exposure, direct responsibility, and room for professional advancement. The right candidate will have strong writing and analytical skills, sound judgment, and the desire to develop into a versatile attorney who can contribute meaningfully across the firm's core practice areas.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manage a diverse caseload
Draft and review contracts, operating agreements, corporate compliance documents, and other transactional matters
Assist with all phases of litigation, including written discovery, motion practice, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
Attend hearings, client meetings, and, where applicable, depositions
Perform legal research and prepare precise, high‑quality written work
Assist with business formation, governance, compliance, and related legal matters for business clients
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and third parties
Collaborate with clients to identify needs, develop strategies, and deliver efficient, practical solutions
Maintain accurate time entries and uphold firm standards for client service

Candidate Requirements:

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in Illinois (REQUIRED)
Indiana bar admission is a plus, though not required
1–5 years of relevant legal experience in one or more core practice areas
Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
Self-motivated, dependable, and ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Detail‑oriented, organized, responsive, and committed to excellent client service
Business‑minded approach and desire to grow with a fast‑expanding firm

Compensation & Benefits: To be negotiated based on experience and qualifications
Work Setting: Remote and in‑person (Lake Bluff, IL)

Application Requirements
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