About the role
A confidential, established regional law firm is seeking a Partner-level attorney to help expand its Chicago-based commercial litigation platform. This is a litigation-only role with a meaningful mix of defense and plaintiff-side matters, and a strong emphasis on business development and client relationship ownership.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
- Partner seat with expectations and support aligned to building and growing a book in Chicago.
- Litigation-only practice (no transactional expectations in this role).
- Firm resources focused on marketing and business development support.
- Stable platform where many attorneys build long-term careers.
THE ROLE
- Lead and supervise general commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
- Handle pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
- Advise clients on case strategy, risk, budgeting, and settlement positioning.
- Develop new business through marketing, relationship building, and cross-selling within the firm.
- Maintain and grow a portable practice, with an emphasis on consistent client service and responsiveness.
LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION
Location:
Chicago, Illinois
Schedule:
In office 4 days per week
REQUIREMENTS
- Active Illinois Bar admission in good standing.
- 10+ years of commercial litigation experience.
- Portable book of business of at least $400,000.
- Demonstrated business development and marketing capability (including attorneys coming from a solo or small-firm environment).
- Ability to support matters with an average billing rate around $260/hour (with flexibility to go higher depending on work and clients).
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school (Top 100 law school preferred by the firm).
PREFERRED BACKGROUND
- Trial experience in insurance defense litigation, ideally as first or second chair.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Billable hour target: 1,800 hours.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) (no employer match).
- No formal PTO policy for attorneys.
For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to rebecca.oconnell@wearerevolution.co and we’ll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.
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