Legal Jobs in Chicago, IL (Now Hiring) — 1,022 open

AI Engineering Lead

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

Senior$3M raised

Responsiv Overview Responsiv is at the forefront of the legal AI revolution. The legal industry—historically slow to embrace technological change—stands on the cusp of unprecedented transformation, and we're leading the …

Skills: Data pipelines, Machine learning, NLP, Evaluation frameworks, Model development

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Senior Litigation Paralegal

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$42/hr

Senior

Description Full Time | Personal Injury | Chicago and Surrounding Areas Are you a seasoned litigation paralegal who thrives in a fast paced, client centered environment? Do you anticipate attorney needs, manage complex c…

Skills: Litigation support, Personal injury law, Case management, Trial preparation, Legal drafting

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Part-Time Mail Clerk

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$21/hr

Entry level

Description McCready Law | Downtown Chicago Part-Time | Weekday Mid-Day Hours | On-site $18.00–$21.00 per hour Looking for a part-time job that fits nicely into the middle of your weekday? McCready Law is looking for a d…

Skills: Mail sorting, Distribution, Attention to detail, Organizational skills, Data entry

Staff Attorney - Children & Families

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$71k–$78k/yr

Entry level

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Family Law, Family Defense, Client Counseling, Legal Research, Oral Communication

Paralegal - Children & Families

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$47k–$51k/yr

Senior

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Litigation support, Case management, Legal research, Drafting pleadings, Discovery

Staff Attorney - Housing

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$71k–$78k/yr

Senior

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Litigation, Negotiation, Advocacy, Client counseling, Legal research

Paralegal - Consumer

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$47k–$51k/yr

Senior

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Legal research, Client interviewing, Case management, Document drafting, Communication

Staff Attorney - Public Benefits (Veterans Rights Project)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$71k–$78k/yr

Senior

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Legal research, Client counseling, Litigation, Advocacy, Case management

Supervisory Attorney - Public Benefits

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$95k–$105k/yr

Senior

Description For over 50 years, Legal Aid Chicago has provided free civil legal assistance to people living in poverty in metropolitan Chicago. Each year our attorneys, volunteers, and staff help resolve civil legal probl…

Skills: Legal Supervision, Public Benefits Law, Complex Litigation, Case Management, Systemic Advocacy

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Bilingual Family Advocate

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$59k–$67k/yr

Entry level

ChicagoCAC employees are expected to perform their job duties and act in a manner consistent with the Core Values of the organization. Responsibility Summary The Family Advocate’s job is to provide advocacy, crisis…

Skills: Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Bilingual Spanish/English, Trauma-Informed Care, Mental Health Screening

General Counsel

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$195k–$274k/yr

Senior+$5M raised

Description Title: General Counsel & Enterprise Compliance Lead Employee Status: Full-Time Exempt Salary: Grade 11 Starting range of $210,000– $274,000 | Chicago | Detroit | Milwaukee Starting range of $195,000– $255,000…

Skills: Legal counsel, Enterprise compliance, Corporate governance, Risk management, Strategic planning

Global Mobility Lead

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$175k–$225k/yr

Senior+

IMC is seeking a Global Mobility Lead to join our Global Total Rewards Team to build and lead our global mobility program. Reporting to the Head of Total Rewards, this role will own the full spectrum of global mobility —…

Skills: Global Mobility Policy Design, Expatriate Tax, Immigration Compliance, Vendor Management, Shadow Payroll

Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry levelVisa sponsorship

Please submit your application by September 14, 2026. Our secondary deadline is October 12, 2026. We strongly recommend applying by September 14, 2026 to be considered for the Analyst role. Please note that we will not b…

Skills: Financial modeling, Economic analysis, Data analysis, Python, R

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Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$105k–$325k/yr

Senior$28M raised

Join Our Team as a Lawyer at Axiom We are currently seeking a Commercial Real Estate Attorney in the Chicago metropolitan area to work with our F100 clients. Responsibilities: Work with and advise corporate clients direc…

Skills: Commercial real estate, Real estate finance, Leasing, Acquisitions and sales, Corporate law

Intern, Damages & Valuations (Summer 2027)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$30/hr

Entry level

Chart Your Journey at Secretariat From a collaborative culture to teammates who will always be by your side, find a career that will grow with you. Deliver your impact at Secretariat. ABOUT THE FIRM Secretariat is a cons…

Skills: Analytical thinking, Financial modeling, Data analysis, Research, Excel

Director of Human Resources

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

Senior

O’Hagan Meyer LLC, a national law firm with more than 440 attorneys and 26 offices, is seeking an experienced, business-minded Director of Human Resources to lead the Firm’s HR function from its Chicago office. This lead…

Skills: HR Strategy, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Compliance

Real Estate & Title Operations Specialist

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$80k–$92k/yr

Mid level$4.0B raised

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-foc…

Skills: Real estate operations, Title review, Project financing, Stakeholder management, Risk assessment

Employee Relations Business Partner

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$146k–$172k/yr

Senior$8.2B raised

Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wea…

Skills: Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, Employment Law, Performance Management, Conflict Resolution

Risk Manager

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Senior

Description Risk Manager will ensure that Haymarket Center identifies and mitigates clinical and operational risks that might jeopardize its mission. Position is expected to function as a wide angle lens for the Director…

Skills: Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Incident Reporting, Emergency Management, Policy Development

Legal Secretary

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$27/hr–$37/hr

Mid level

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Staff Legal Secretary to join our team in Chicago, IL. The Staff Legal Secretary performs a broad range of administrative and secretarial support for three insurance defense att…

Skills: Legal document drafting, Litigation support, Microsoft Office Suite, Calendar management, Administrative support

Frequently asked questions

How much do Legal jobs in Chicago, IL pay?

Based on 817 listings with disclosed salaries, most legal jobs in Chicago, IL pay between $63k–$185k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Legal jobs are open in Chicago, IL right now?

There are currently 1,022 open legal positions in Chicago, IL listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Legal roles in Chicago, IL?

Companies currently hiring include Axiom, Chicago Public Schools, Morgan & Morgan, P.A., Invenergy, Northern Trust Asset Management, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Legal jobs in Chicago, IL?

Yes — 585 of the 1022 open legal positions offer remote or hybrid work (97 remote, 488 hybrid).

How do I apply for Legal jobs in Chicago, IL?

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