Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Junior Associate role is for a commercial litigator with 2+ years of experience, contributing to complex litigation cases at a mid-market law firm.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will work closely with partners on litigation matters, handle sophisticated cases including motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial, providing exceptional client service.
Compensation and benefits
The firm offers competitive compensation with base and bonus potentially reaching $200k, a billing minimum of 1650 hours, bonus based on productivity, hybrid work options, and a clear partnership track with non-equity and equity options.
Experience and skills
Requires 2+ years of commercial litigation experience, strong academic background, Illinois law license, excellent writing and case management skills.
Career development
The firm provides a clear partnership track with a two-tier structure: non-equity partnership with bonuses and eventual equity partnership.
Work environment and culture
The firm promotes a collaborative and supportive culture with a flexible work environment and a preference for in-office presence midweek.
Company information
The firm is a mid-market law firm attracting attorneys seeking better work-life balance and flexibility in billing rates.
Job location and travel
Hybrid work environment with preference for in-office presence Tuesday to Thursday.
Application process
Candidates should submit their resume for consideration or email it to the provided contact address.
Unique job features
The firm offers a low billable hour requirement and a flexible work environment, appealing to attorneys wanting to build a book of business with more rate flexibility.
Company overview
LHH, formerly known as Lee Hecht Harrison, is a global provider of talent development and transition solutions. They specialize in career transition, leadership development, employee engagement, and change management services. The company generates revenue by offering consulting services to businesses seeking to optimize their workforce and enhance leadership capabilities. Founded in 1967, LHH is a subsidiary of the Adecco Group, a world-leading HR solutions provider, which underscores its strong market presence and extensive resources.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your 2+ years of commercial litigation experience, emphasizing your involvement in motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial work to align with the firm's needs.
Showcase your strong academic background and Illinois law licensure prominently to meet the key qualifications.
Apply through multiple channels including LHH's corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and by emailing your resume directly to c.dominic.barilla@lhh.com to maximize exposure.
Connect with current employees or partners within LHH's litigation division on LinkedIn; break the ice by referencing the firm's flexible work culture or asking about their experience with the partnership track.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'commercial litigation,' 'motion practice,' 'discovery,' 'trial,' 'Illinois licensed,' and 'case management' to improve screening success.
Use Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate tailored applications, identify multiple application platforms, and find relevant LHH contacts on LinkedIn, freeing up time to prepare thoroughly for interviews and networking.
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