Job Description

Associate Attorney

Legal Services & Civil Litigation

$43.00-$45/hr.

Part-time; 20-29 hours per week expected

Chicago, Illinois

3 Month Contract

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Gain hands-on litigation experience representing clients in creditors’ rights matters across municipal, state, and federal courts
• Manage a diverse caseload with opportunities to handle contested litigation, settlement negotiations, and appellate matters
• Work directly with clients to develop legal strategies, resolve disputes, and provide guidance on complex legal issues
• Build courtroom experience through hearings, oral arguments, witness examinations, and other litigation proceedings
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal support professionals
• Opportunity to develop expertise in creditors’ rights law while managing cases independently

What You’ll Do:

• Represent clients in civil litigation and legal proceedings involving creditors’ rights, collections, and related disputes
• Manage a high-volume caseload with an emphasis on timely resolution, troubleshooting, and client satisfaction
• Draft and prepare complaints, motions, briefs, discovery documents, pleadings, and other legal filings
• Appear in municipal, state, and federal courts to present arguments, introduce evidence, examine witnesses, and represent clients during proceedings
• Handle all phases of contested litigation, including discovery, settlement negotiations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Manage appellate matters, including legal research, brief writing, oral arguments, and ongoing client communication
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and self-represented parties while following client instructions
• Work directly with clients to determine case strategy, evaluate legal risks, and provide guidance on their rights and obligations
• Research and interpret laws, regulations, court rulings, and legal precedents to determine appropriate courses of action
• Oversee legal assistants and paralegals supporting case management and litigation activities
• Maintain accurate case documentation, review legal templates, and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to resolve complex issues and support overall firm goals

What We’re Looking For:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Bar in the applicable state or jurisdiction
• Experience or interest in creditors’ rights, collections, civil litigation, or related legal matters
• Previous experience as a law clerk or legal intern preferred
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, legal research, drafting, and courtroom practices
• Ability to independently manage a large caseload while balancing competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve legal disputes efficiently
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and case management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn legal case management software
• Notary Public designation strongly preferred
• Willingness to travel as needed for court appearances, client meetings, and other legal proceedings

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