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Job Description
at Robert Half in Northbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description Description Robert Half is looking for a Litigation Attorney with at least two years of experience to join a well-established law firm in Northbrook, Illinois. This role offers meaningful involvement across a broad range of contested matters, including business disputes, estate and trust litigation, employment cases, and other civil proceedings. The attorney selected will take on substantive casework from the outset, with regular exposure to courtroom proceedings, client interaction, and trial preparation in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
+ Prepare and revise legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and client correspondence. + Perform thorough legal research, evaluate case developments, and help shape effective litigation strategies. + Represent the firm at hearings, depositions, mediations, status conferences, and other litigation-related proceedings. + Work closely with clients and internal legal teams to gather facts, discuss case direction, and provide matter updates. + Support all stages of trial readiness, including evidence organization, witness preparation, and courtroom coordination. + Oversee active case files by tracking deadlines, maintaining documentation, and ensuring timely follow-up on key actions. + Contribute to the handling of complex commercial and civil litigation matters with sound judgment and strong advocacy skills.
