Civil Litigation Associate

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Robbins Schwartz Full time

Robbins Schwartz is seeking a dedicated attorney with 1-2 years of relevant experience to enhance our litigation practice group as an Associate. Our firm specializes in providing effective and practical legal representation to various public entities, including school districts, community colleges, and municipalities. Our litigation team is also engaged in defending public sector claims as panel counsel for numerous prominent legal liability insurers.

Ideal candidates will possess substantial experience in litigating public sector liability claims, as well as defending civil rights, employment, and tort claims against governmental bodies and officials. Additionally, experience in federal court litigation involving claims related to age, race, sex, due process, and retaliation is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct a range of complex legal tasks with significant discretion and minimal supervision.
  • Research and analyze legal principles on intricate issues.
  • Transform legal research and analysis into clear written memoranda or briefs for clients, courts, or arbitrators.
  • Review and summarize complex legal documents, including contracts, and recommend modifications.
  • Manage the discovery process for electronically stored information and physical documents in preparation for litigation.
  • Engage in negotiations with external parties regarding contractual matters and legal disputes, including settlement discussions.
  • Take and defend depositions while fostering trust-based relationships with clients.
  • Fulfill the firm's minimum billable hour expectations.

Required Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Admission to the Illinois state bar with a minimum of one year of experience.

Robbins Schwartz is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy encompasses all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.



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