Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Our fast-growing, nine-attorney family law litigation firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney (1–3 years of experience) to join our dynamic team. Our office is located in Chicago’s vibrant River North neighborhood, just steps from the Brown Line L stop.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated attorney who wants meaningful courtroom experience, hands-on client contact, and the ability to grow within a collaborative, high-performing firm. We are a litigation-focused practice built on strategic thinking, strong advocacy, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of family law litigation experience and is eager to develop as a courtroom advocate. You should be comfortable managing an active caseload with appropriate supervision, working closely with colleagues and support staff, and maintaining a high level of professionalism with clients and opposing counsel.

Strong writing, organization, and communication skills are essential, along with sound judgment and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from inception through resolution (settlement or trial)
• Draft pleadings, motions, judgments, settlement agreements, discovery, and pretrial memoranda
• Appear in court (in person and via Zoom)
• Conduct and respond to discovery
• Communicate regularly with clients to explain strategy and guide decision-making
• Participate in consultations with prospective new clients
• Maintain case deadlines and manage workflow effectively

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar
• 1–3 years of family law litigation experience preferred
• Courtroom experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in legal research (Westlaw preferred)
• Strong oral advocacy and legal writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple active cases
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with Clio is a plus

Compensation & Growth

Compensation is commensurate with experience. We offer a supportive team environment, hands-on mentorship, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding firm.

To Apply

Please submit your resume.

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