Position: Litigation Attorney

Location: Chicago, IL

Plunkett Cooney, one of the largest and most accomplished law firms in the Midwest, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our Chicago, IL office.

The preferred candidate will be an experienced and versatile attorney, with a client-centric philosophy, and who has demonstrated an ability to compete and prosper in complex environments.

Qualification includes:

A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in state and federal civil and general litigation
Experience in various practice areas such as insurance coverage/defense, premises liability/general negligence, insurance liability, and general litigation
Deposition experience
Expert witness discovery experience
Electronically Stored Information (ESI) discovery experience
Trial experience preferred
Experience in insurance coverage preferred
Excellent research, legal brief writing and communication skills
Experience writing and arguing motions in court
Experience drafting and responding to discovery requests
Working knowledge of Illinois Court Rules and Rules of Evidence
Working knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence
Proficiency with conducting remote depositions
Comfort level with learning new computer software
Portable book of business with the potential to grow is highly preferred
A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, and
Member in good standing and active in the Illinois Bar

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to compete and prosper in highly competitive and complex environments with significant client contact. Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required. Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, are welcome.

Interested candidates should their submit resumes and writing samples tohttps://plunkettcooney.isolvedhire.com/jobs/.