Hinshaw & Culbertson

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson • $135K — $175K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be admitted to the Illinois bar and in good standing.
  • Strong background in commercial litigation.
  • Experience in land use and environmental law is a plus.
  • Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Handle all aspects of commercial litigation, including case strategy and trial preparation.
  • Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and legal briefs.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on complex commercial disputes.
  • Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
  • Advise clients on risk assessment and litigation strategies.
  • Collaborate on land use and environmental matters when applicable.

Benefits

  • Dedicated professional development through training and mentorship.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
  • Diverse and challenging caseload from the start.
  • Work-life balance with hybrid work arrangements.
  • Join a tight-knit group with high levels of responsibility.
Full Job Description
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a leading national firm, seeks an attorney to join its Government practice in its Rockford, IL office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in career growth. Our firm is dedicated to your professional development, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed and advance within the firm. You will be entrusted with a diverse and challenging caseload, taking on significant responsibilities from the start.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Handle all aspects of commercial litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
  • Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and legal briefs.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on complex commercial disputes.
  • Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
  • Advise clients on risk assessment and litigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with colleagues on land use and environmental matters when applicable.

Position Requirements:
  • Must be admitted to the Illinois bar and in good standing
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial litigation, with additional experience in land use and environmental law considered a plus.
  • Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
  • Experience with land use and environmental law is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a tight-knit group offering a high level of responsibility in an exciting and growing practice area.

We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.

Illinois Candidates Only: Estimated $135,000 to $175,000. The estimated salary range displayed is specifically for those applicants who will perform work in Illinois if selected for the role and is not applicable to other locations. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary range, market data, applicant skills, relevant experience, degrees, or certifications.

Kindly note: Direct applicants only. This position is not accepting recruiter candidates.

About Hinshaw & Culbertson

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is a U.S. based law firm with offices in 11 states and London. The firm was founded in 1934 and has over 500 lawyers. Hinshaw offers a full-service practice with an emphasis in litigation, corporate and business law, environmental, labor and employment law, professional liability defense, and wealth preservation and taxation matters. The firm serves clients ranging from emerging and middle-market businesses to Fortune 500 companies, as well as governmental and public entities.
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