Description:

This leading Chicagoland school law firm seeks a talented and highly motivated Associate ideally with 1-3 years of experience to immediately join its Chicago Office and its excellent professional growth opportunities. We offer a great benefit package including health, dental, vision and 401K.

Responsibilities:
  • Handle all stages of litigation, from reviewing cases to trial and appeals
  • Advise school clients on governance, policy, and business practices
  • Draft policies, contracts, and legal documents
  • Conduct legal research and provide practical guidance to clients
  • Create and carry out legal strategies to get the best results for clients
  • Research laws, write legal documents, and prepare clear, accurate filings
  • Represent clients in court, hearings, depositions, mediations, and settlement talks
  • Advise clients on case strengths, risks, and possible outcomes

Qualifications:
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice in Illinois
  • Strong writing, research, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and work directly with clients

Preferred:
Experience in education law, labor/employment, litigation and municipal law

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample. Please upload all required documents in the order listed in one .PDF document and email to emcnulty@edlawyer.com. Only candidates selected for an interview will receive a response.