About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own a caseload of plaintiff-side civil disputes, taking matters from the initial pleading stage to a final outcome, including courtroom advocacy. The work blends writing and arguing court papers, building the factual record and keeping clients updated, alongside seasoned trial lawyers.
What you'll do
- Run plaintiff-side matters end to end, covering pretrial discovery, contested motions and jury trials.
- Prepare, submit and argue court papers such as discovery motions, general motion practice and responses to summary judgment requests.
- Investigate the facts of each matter to establish fault and quantify losses.
- Keep clients updated and walk them through each phase of their case.
- Partner with fellow attorneys and legal staff to shape and carry out case strategy.
- Take on complex matters and grow your courtroom skills through mentoring from senior lawyers.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- At least 3 years of plaintiff-side civil litigation experience with significant courtroom exposure.
- A minimum of 3 civil jury trials tried to a verdict.
- Background at a firm representing plaintiffs rather than defendants.
- Proven ability to move cases forward independently from start to finish.
- A law degree (JD) and active, good-standing admission to the Illinois bar.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish.
- Solid command of state procedural rules and substantive law in this practice area.
- Empathetic, clear communication with clients throughout lengthy proceedings.
- Authorization to work in the US.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 115,000 to 185,000 per year
Location and work model
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- On-site, 5 days per week in office
- Full-time
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of plaintiff-side civil litigation experience with significant courtroom exposure
- At least 3 civil jury trials tried to a verdict
- Experience representing plaintiffs rather than defendants
- Ability to independently manage cases from start to finish
- Juris Doctor law degree
- Active admission in good standing to the Illinois bar
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Knowledge of state procedural rules and substantive law in the practice area
- Empathetic and clear client communication skills
- Authorization to work in the United States
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
