Consumer Protection Litigation Attorneys
About The Position
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM), a national full-service Am Law 100 firm with offices in all 50 states, is seeking an experienced Consumer Protection Attorney to assist with litigation matters on an hourly basis in its Chicago office. Attorneys will work closely with the litigation team on all phases of case development and defense. The position offers flexible hours and may be performed remotely. The firm seeks an attorney with 3–7 years of experience who is licensed and admitted to practice in Illinois. The role involves litigation matters under statutes including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), state consumer fraud statutes, and related consumer protection laws. Federal court litigation experience is a plus. GRSM describes its environment as collaborative and collegial, with professional development and mentorship opportunities, client interactions, and opportunities to handle appearances at hearings, depositions, and trials. The firm also notes its national and local practices, low-overhead platform, and lack of debt. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and admitted to practice in Illinois.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred minimum of 3 years of litigation experience.
- Experience with FCRA, FDCPA, consumer fraud, or related consumer protection matters.
- Federal court litigation experience.
Responsibilities
- Draft answers, motions to dismiss, motions to compel arbitration, motions for summary judgment, mediation statements, and motions to compel discovery.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
- Manage discovery, including written discovery and document review.
- Take and defend depositions periodically.
- Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations.
- Prepare cases for dispositive motions.
- Communicate with clients regarding case status and strategy.
- Analyze consumer protection claims under federal and state law.
Benefits
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
- Opportunities for client interactions and experience handling appearances at hearings, depositions, and trials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
