Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $310,000.00 - $390,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation matters alongside accomplished attorneys at a leading international law firm.
• Gain exposure to complex commercial disputes, securities litigation, class actions, white-collar matters, and regulatory investigations.
• Enjoy a hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility on Fridays and additional designated periods throughout the year.
• Take on meaningful responsibility in litigation strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Accelerate your career through exceptional mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborate with talented legal professionals while representing prominent businesses, financial institutions, and other sophisticated clients.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits and eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Location: Chicago, IL — Hybrid. Enjoy working in our Chicago office Monday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Fridays and additional designated periods throughout the year.

Note: We are seeking attorneys with 4+ years of complex litigation experience, including hands-on involvement in discovery, legal brief writing, and pretrial preparation. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Illinois. Experience with sophisticated commercial litigation or white-collar matters is particularly valuable.

About Us

Confidential Employer.We are a highly respected international law firm known for handling complex, high-profile legal matters and delivering innovative solutions to sophisticated clients.Our Litigation practice brings together accomplished attorneys who thrive on challenging cases, strategic problem-solving, and collaboration. We are committed to providing our attorneys with meaningful work, outstanding mentorship, and opportunities to build exceptional long-term careers.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney to join our Chicago team. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level to senior associate looking to expand their litigation expertise while working on challenging, high-impact disputes.In this role, you will:

• Represent sophisticated clients in complex commercial litigation and business disputes.
• Draft compelling motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Manage discovery, including document review, written discovery, and deposition preparation.
• Support case strategy, legal research, and pretrial preparation for complex litigation matters.
• Work on disputes involving securities, breach of contract, fraud, fiduciary duties, and other significant commercial claims.
• Assist with class actions, multidistrict litigation, white-collar matters, and regulatory investigations.
• Collaborate with experienced litigation teams on case development, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Gain exposure to emerging litigation areas, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and technology-related disputes.
• Take ownership of meaningful case responsibilities while continuing to develop your advocacy and litigation skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to practice law in Illinois.
• 4+ years of experience in complex commercial or civil litigation at a law firm.
• Hands-on experience with discovery, brief writing, and pretrial preparation.
• Strong legal research, written advocacy, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters and collaborate effectively with clients and litigation teams.
• Experience with securities litigation, class actions, white-collar matters, or sophisticated business disputes preferred.
• Experience at a reputable commercial law firm preferred.
• Strong academic credentials preferred.
• Exposure to cybersecurity or data privacy litigation is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe exceptional litigators thrive when they are challenged, supported, and empowered to grow.You will join a collaborative team where your contributions matter, your professional development is prioritized, and your work makes a meaningful impact. With access to sophisticated cases, personalized mentorship, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, you will have the resources to advance your legal career.Our hybrid work environment, commitment to pro bono service, and supportive culture create an exceptional place to build your future. Ready to take the next step in your litigation career? We would love to hear from you!

JPC-2517

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: IL bar license, 3+ yrs of complex litigation exp, discovery/brief writing/pretrial prep exp

• Required Years as Associate: 3+

• Salary bands:

• 4 yrs | Class of 2022: $310,000

• 5 yrs | Class of 2021: $365,000

• 6 yrs | Class of 2020: $390,000

Submission Email / Name:

• Submit all candidates via their career portal [HERE]

• Directions: Please apply as an agency, not a write-in. Click “Apply Now” → “Are You an Agency” → Enter Jon’s email address.

• Must submit resume, transcript, AND cover letters.

• Note for Jon: Candidate decisions will be emailed to the submitting recruiter via the portal. No need to email candidate materials separately.

Quick Recruiter Reference

Skadden is a global Am Law 100 firm handling sophisticated commercial litigation and regulatory matters. Hiring a mid to senior-level Litigation Associate in Chicago for complex disputes, discovery, brief writing, and pretrial preparation. Target 4+ to 6 yrs of complex litigation exp, active Illinois bar, preferably peer BigLaw background.

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