Litigation Associate Attorney — Commercial Disputes

Job overview

The Litigation Associate Attorney — Commercial Disputes role is in Chicago, IL. The posting states an anticipated salary range of $225,000–$390,000 per year. Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 10 firm’s litigation practice. The attorney will support complex commercial litigation through legal research and writing, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation. The role contributes to case strategy and client matters in collaboration with partners and clients.

What you'll do

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
• conduct legal research and case analysis
• assist with discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
• support litigation strategy on commercial disputes
• collaborate with partners and clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

litigation associate attorney

commercial disputes

chicago il

direct counsel

amlaw 10 firm

legal research

legal writing

discovery

depositions

trial preparation

illinois bar

$225k–$390k/year

mentorship

career advancement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting mentions a comprehensive benefits package, mentorship, professional growth, and career advancement.

Why this role

Illinois Bar admission is required; the description identifies 1–6 years of litigation experience, despite the source title’s parenthetical experience wording.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.