About this role
What You'll Work On Commercial litigation, including contract disputes, business torts, fraud, and statutory claims Intellectual property litigation Class action defense Product liability Professional liability Life sciences Technology and cybersecurity disputes
What You'll Do
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Manage an active litigation caseload from inception through resolution
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Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
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Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy
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Take and defend depositions
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Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
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Investigate facts and develop case strategy
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Communicate directly with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and experts
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Collaborate with experienced partners while taking increasing responsibility for your cases
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What We're Looking For
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Required Qualifications
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Active Illinois law license
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At least 2 years of civil litigation experience
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Prior commercial litigation experience
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Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
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Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
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A proactive mindset and desire to take ownership of your work
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Preferred Qualifications
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Licensure in an additional jurisdiction
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Federal court experience
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Experience with mediations or arbitrations
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Trial experience
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Why Join Segal McCambridge?
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At Segal McCambridge, associates are more than supporting attorneys—they are trusted members of the litigation team. You'll work on sophisticated matters for national clients while receiving the mentorship, training, and courtroom opportunities needed to build a successful litigation career.
We offer:
- Meaningful responsibility early in your career
- Direct mentorship from experienced trial attorneys
- Exposure to complex, high-profile litigation
- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- Clear opportunities for advancement within a growing national firm
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Business development and origination credit
- Hybrid work flexibility
Benefits
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401(k) with firm match
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Paid parental leave
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Professional development and continuing education support
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee referral program
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Employee discounts
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About Segal McCambridge
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For nearly four decades, Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a premier national litigation firm. Founded in Chicago in 1986, the firm has grown from four attorneys to a nationwide practice with offices across the United States.
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Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, national corporations, insurers, and businesses in complex litigation across a broad range of industries, including commercial litigation, class actions, employment, environmental, insurance coverage, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, construction, food and beverage, and warranty matters.
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If you're looking for a litigation role where you'll gain real responsibility, develop your trial skills, and build your career alongside experienced attorneys who are invested in your success, we'd love to hear from you.