Commercial Litigation Associate

Commercial Litigation Associate
Location: Chicago, IL

A leading international law firm is seeking associates at the junior, mid-level, and senior levels to join its Litigation practice in Chicago. The team handles a wide range of complex commercial disputes, offering exposure to high-profile matters across multiple sectors and the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most respected litigators in the market.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and support all stages of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

  • Draft briefs, pleadings, and memoranda with a high degree of precision and strategic insight.

  • Conduct in-depth legal research and contribute to case strategy and client communications.

  • Work closely with partners on contract, fraud, fiduciary duty, and merger-related disputes.

  • Gain exposure to cybersecurity and data privacy litigation, with opportunities for cross-practice collaboration.

Who You Are:

  • Class years 2018–2023 from a top-tier law firm.

  • Experience in commercial litigation with strong writing, research, and advocacy skills.

  • Exposure to cybersecurity or data privacy disputes is advantageous but not essential.

  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex matters in a fast-paced environment.

  • Admitted to the Illinois Bar (or eligible for admission).

Compensation:

Salary Range: Competitive market rate (estimated $225,000 – $390,000 DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, parental leave, and discretionary bonus programmes

Interested?
Contact Max at max@thepeopleof.co.uk to express interest or learn more.

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Salary:
$225k – $390k

Location:
Illinois

Discipline:
Litigation

Job Code:
Commercial Litigation Associate