Chicago-Attorney
Lawyers for Justice•Chicago, IL
About The Position
The Attorney will represent and advocate for clients in state and federal plaintiff-side wage-and-hour, class, and representative action litigation against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies. The role includes managing an active caseload and advising clients throughout the litigation process. The ideal candidate is a licensed, experienced litigator who is organized, professional, and committed to achieving strong outcomes for clients. Candidates must be able to travel occasionally.
Requirements
- Be licensed to practice law in California or Chicago, or already be licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction and have admission to the California Bar or Chicago Bar pending.
- The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of civil litigation experience, including discovery, oral advocacy and court appearances, motion practice, and taking and defending depositions.
- Must be able to travel occasionally.
- Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Chicago.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with class actions, complex litigation, and wage-and-hour litigation.
Responsibilities
- Manage an active caseload.
- Conduct and respond to discovery.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Draft and argue motions.
- Appear in court for hearings and trial.
- Advise clients throughout the litigation process.
- Represent and advocate for clients in plaintiff-side wage-and-hour, class, and representative action litigation.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Opportunity for performance-based discretionary bonus and merit increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
