Practice Area: Litigation - General (consumer), Job Type: Attorney,
Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 5 Years, A law firm in Belleville is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of substantive experience. The ideal candidate will possess excellent research and writing skills, courtroom experience, and the ability to manage complex discovery and litigation. They should have a broad spectrum of litigation experience, including personal injury, product liability, commercial litigation, construction litigation, employment law, and worker’s compensation. An Illinois or Missouri license is required. Duties:Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.Manage complex discovery processes, including document production, depositions, and expert witness preparation.Represent clients in court proceedings, including motion practice, hearings, trials, and appeals.Draft and argue motions in court, including motions for summary judgment and other dispositive motions.Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on litigation matters.Collaborate with partners, associates, and legal staff on case strategy and trial preparation.Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and legal developments. Requirements:5-7 years of substantive litigation experience.Illinois or Missouri license to practice law.Excellent research and writing skills.Courtroom experience, including motion practice and hearings.Superior skills at drafting pleadings and motions.Broad spectrum of litigation experience, including personal injury, product liability, commercial litigation, construction litigation, employment law, and worker’s compensation.Strong communication and writing skills.Strong academic qualifications. Education:Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Certifications:Illinois or Missouri license to practice law. Skills:Excellent research and writing skills.Courtroom experience and litigation skills.Ability to manage complex discovery and litigation.Superior skills at drafting pleadings and motions.Strong communication and writing skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.Attention to detail and accuracy. This Illinois based law firm has been practicing and offering legal solutions to its clients for over 30 years. Their areas of concentration include banking, taxation, civil and commercial litigation, employment law, real estate, mediation, estate planning, and employee benefits, among others. The firm offers excellent pay packages and many growth opportunities to its members, both at an individual and firm level. Some of the benefits include training and mentoring programs, pursuing legal education (both in-house or outside), supporting personal practice development, offering support for community activities, and providing tuition assistance for members who want to pursue an LL.M. degree in Taxation.