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    Contract Attorney - Chicago, United States - LHH

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    Experienced Litigation Attorney (W2 Temporary Contract Role)

    We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our client's law firm team in Chicago, IL. You will be responsible for managing the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery through trial prep and court proceedings. You will also be responsible for developing appropriate legal strategies, drafting legal documents, and providing guidance to junior attorneys, paralegals, and legal support team.

    Must be available to start with a week's notice

    Pay Rate: $50.00 per hour - $90 per hour, DOE

    Schedule: Full-time; Hybrid in Chicago, IL, 60604

    Primary Qualifications and Responsibilities:

    • Actively licensed and in good standing with the Illinois State Bar Association
    • 3+ years of recent experience representing plaintiffs in Personal Injury, Car Accident, Workers' Compensation, and/or Wrongful Death matters in a busy US law firm environment
    • A minimum of three years of successful and recent experience conducting discovery, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials as a licensed US attorney
    • Negotiate settlements as required
    • Research all applicable laws and findings
    • Develop appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation
    • Ability to develop and render clear, unambiguous legal opinions and strategies
    • Expertise drafting legal documents, including pleadings and motions
    • Demonstrated white-glove client experiences and fostering positive professional relationships with opposing counsel, court officials, etc.
    • Proficient with case management software and technology.

    Ready to make an immediate impact? Apply today

    Pay Details: $50.00 to $90.00 per hour

    Search managed by: Holly Hilderhoff

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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