What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Associate position at Scopelitis Law Firm?
Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, a national law firm with offices located in major cities throughout the United States, is looking for an attorney with 1-5 years’ experience in private practice for an associate position working in the Firm’s commercial litigation practice from its Chicago office. The attorney will assist in handling all aspects of litigation, including brief drafting, depositions, court appearances, and contract reviews. Any experience in transportation and logistics law is a plus. Firm specializes in transportation law throughout the country, so some travel is involved.
Skills and Requirements of Commercial Litigation Associate
- Admittance to the state bar required.
- Previous experience in commercial litigation is preferred.
- 1-5 years’ experience in private or public practice.
Firm Benefits
The Firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/HSA, dental, vision, life, disability, family care leave, 401k/profit sharing retirement package and pet insurance. Employees are also eligible to work a hybrid schedule after probationary period.
Firm Culture
The Firm has a collaborative, team culture that fosters support among peers and collegiality between assistants, paralegals, attorneys, and managers. We have a welcoming, equitable workplace with an open-door policy. The Firm was named Top 30 in Client Service in 2016, Indy Star Top Workplaces for 7 consecutive years, and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms in 2022.
About Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary
Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary serves the legal and business needs of the transportation industry on a full-service basis. Our legal team is experienced in not only regulatory compliance, but also business structuring and transactions, litigation, insurance, labor and employment, highway accident defense, taxation, mergers and acquisitions, workers' compensation, logistics, driver leasing, warehousing, private fleet operations, outsourcing, and customs. We also represent clients in a variety of other related industries, including those that provide services or products in insurance, alternative workforce strategies, construction and real estate development, manufacturing, retail goods, and professional services. With our principal office in Indianapolis and other offices located coast to coast, we are easily accessible to clients nationwide.
Please send resumes and sample writing to HR@scopelitis.com. Resumes with previous law firm experience will be considered first. Compensation for this position is from $125,000-$150,000 based on experience and qualifications. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000
