Associate Attorney (Class Action)

Join a firm that is shaping front-page headlines pursuing justice every day, whether litigating some of the most significant civil and human rights cases of our time or ensuring that companies take responsibility for their actions and remediate the harm they have caused. DiCello Levitt, a nationally prominent, award-winning law firm with offices nationwide, is seeking an Associate Attorney in Chicago, IL. DiCelloLevitt.com Firm Description DiCello Levitt is a leading national plaintiffs’ law firm representing clients in class action, business-to-business, public client, whistleblower, personal injury, civil rights, and mass tort litigation. The firm has delivered $20B+ in awards and settlements to our clients and has been recognized for our excellence in litigation by Chambers USA, Law360, Benchmark Litigation, Lawdragon, and The National Law Journal. Desired Skills and Qualifications In-depth understanding of class action laws, rules, and procedures, including class certification and settlement processes. Strong litigation skills, with the ability to manage complex cases from inception through trial or settlement. Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting abilities for motions, briefs, and other legal documents. Experience managing and leading a legal team. Effective communication skills, both in court and when interacting with clients, experts, and class members. Strong strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement case strategies, anticipatelegal challenges, and adapt to evolving case dynamics. Ability to openly receive constructive feedback on work products with professionalismand confidence. Associate Attorney (Class Action) Continued DiCelloLevitt.com Role and Responsibilities: Manage and litigate class action cases from inception to resolution, including overseeing case strategy and progress. Conduct extensive legal research and analysis to support case arguments and motions. Lead the briefing of pivotal motions such as class certification, Daubert, and summary judgment. Manage and oversee the discovery process, including drafting and responding to discovery requests, reviewing documents, and coordinating with experts. Communicate regularly with clients, class members, and experts to keep them informed and engaged throughout the case. Take and defend depositions of class representatives, other fact witnesses, and experts to gather key information and support case arguments. Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple cases simultaneously with minimal supervision and maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail. Collaborate with a legal team to develop strategies and ensure efficient case management. Additional duties as assigned. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package, effective the first day of the month following your starting date: medical, dental, vision. Health Savings Account (HSA) Life Insurance Additional Insurance Plans: Accident Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Short-Term Disability, and Pet Insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer contribution Hybrid work style offering one (1) work remotely day per week. What DiCello Levitt Offers Time Off Paid Time Off (PTO) 10 Paid Holidays. DiCelloLevitt.com Salary Range $140,000 - $170,000 annually Starting salary is dependent on experience and location. How to Apply Interested candidates: Please click here to submit your application. Associate Attorney (Class Action) Continued Education and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) Degree: Must have a law degree from an accredited law school, with a strong academic record preferred. Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction(s), in good standing with the state bar. Minimum five (5) years of experience in complex litigation, with a focus on class actions, mass torts, or large-scale legal matters. Proven experience in managing class action lawsuits, including expertise in class certification, settlement negotiations, and communication with class members. At DiCello Levitt, we’re dedicated to achieving justice in all its dimensions, from protecting individual rights to achieving environmental justice to restoring basic human dignity through the justice system. Our firm works tirelessly for a just and equitable future for our clients through class-action, mass tort, civil rights, whistleblower, and personal injury litigation, among other practice areas. Our lawyers are highly respected for their ability to litigate and win cases — whether by trial, settlement, or otherwise — for people who have suffered harm, businesses that have sustained significant economic losses, and public clients seeking to protect their citizens’ rights and interests. Every day, we put our reputations — and our capital — on the line for our clients. For more, visit our website: www.dicellolevitt.com. DiCello Levitt LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual's race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law. DiCello Levitt LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of DiCello Levitt LLP without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of DiCello Levitt LLP. Please, no phone calls or emails. DiCello Levitt LLP provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the interviewing process and on the job. Please include any reasonable accommodation needs in your application.

Salary : $140,000 - $170,000