Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$150k–$190k/yr
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranke…
Skills: Commercial Litigation, Class Action Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Oral Advocacy
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$160k–$190k/yr
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranke…
Skills: Incident Response, Data Privacy Law, Legal Drafting, Regulatory Investigation, Forensics Oversight
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$90k–$135k/yr
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranke…
Skills: Legal Auditing, Litigation, File Review, Data Capture, Analytical Skills
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$70k–$80k/yr
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranke…
Skills: Litigation Support, Discovery Management, Electronic Data Collection, Records Management, Document Production
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$65k–$80k/yr
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Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$75k–$85k/yr
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Skills: Legal support, Case management, Electronic court filing, Document drafting, Proofreading
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$75k–$85k/yr
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Skills: Grant management, Financial reporting, Budgeting, Compliance, Financial analysis
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$82k–$107k/yr
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Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$210k–$282k/yr
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Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm. Practice…
Skills: Financial analysis, Accounting, Economic analysis, Statistical analysis, Data modeling
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$125k–$180k/yr
Overview Lewis Brisbois, a full‑service Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a litigation associate attorney to join its Chicago, IL office. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of matters, including em…
Skills: Civil litigation, Discovery management, Legal research, Brief writing, Oral advocacy
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$50k–$120k/yr
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Skills: Financial analysis, Accounting, Economic analysis, Statistical analysis, Data modeling
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$115k–$195k/yr
About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, fa…
Skills: Trust administration, Estate administration, Estate planning, Wealth management, Fiduciary duties
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$165k–$288k/yr
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Skills: Trust administration, Estate planning, Wealth management, Fiduciary duties, Relationship management
McDonald'sChicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$50/hr–$64/hr
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Skills: Commercial real estate, Due diligence, Title insurance, Survey analysis, Contract analysis
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$85k–$93k/yr
Department Law Judicial Clerkship About the Department The University of Chicago Law School occupies a unique niche among this country's premier law schools. Located on a residential campus in one of America's great citi…
Skills: Career counseling, Judicial clerkship advising, Strategic planning, Public speaking, Coaching
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$93k–$168k/yr
At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC an…
Skills: Strategic planning, Governance, Contract management, Regulatory compliance, Business analytics
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$85k–$95k/yr
Department Law: Clinic - Staff About the Department The University of Chicago Law School occupies a unique niche among this country's premier law schools. Located on a residential campus in one of America's great cities,…
Skills: Social work, Clinical evaluations, Case management, Crisis intervention, Student supervision
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$120k–$250k/yr
Application Deadline: 10/29/2026 Address: 151 W 42nd Street Job Family Group: Legal This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with experience in derivatives and capital markets who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced financial…
Skills: Derivatives, Capital markets, ISDA Master Agreements, Regulatory advice, Structured products
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$90k–$180k/yr
Application Deadline: 10/29/2026 Address: 151 W 42nd Street Job Family Group: Legal This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with experience in derivatives and capital markets who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced financial…
Skills: Derivatives, Capital markets, ISDA Master Agreements, Regulatory advice, Negotiation
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Manage all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, focusing on defending complex class actions. Responsibilities include drafting legal filings, conducting research, managing discovery, and representing clients in court proceedings.
Requires a J.D. from an accredited law school, state bar admission, and 5-15+ years of commercial litigation experience. Strong motion practice and class action experience are essential, with cyber or privacy litigation experience preferred.
At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney. While the position is based in our Chicago office, we welcome applicants from across the United States and are open to hires reporting to other regional offices if located elsewhere.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney who is eager for career advancement and to take on significant, substantive responsibilities in defending complex class actions, including cyber and privacy cases. While experience with cyber class actions is preferred, it is not required; strong class action litigation experience is essential.
Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Wilson Elser is the preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. At any given time, our more than 1,400 attorneys are engaged in some 100,000 defense and coverage matters, with many defending clients in various local, state and federal courts. For more than four decades, our litigation, coverage and trial lawyers have gained a reputation for taking on and prevailing in the most challenging and technical cases, frequently “parachuting in” to assume unresolved matters from other law firms. Our success also derives from winning on our clients’ terms and rigorously adhering to their guidelines. We are ranked 94 in the AmLaw 100 and 30 in the National Law Journal’s NLJ 500.
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