Legal Jobs in Chicago, IL (Now Hiring) — 1,022 open — Page 5

Safeguard Law Group logoSafeguard Law Group

Associate Attorney, Maine

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

Entry level

Associate Attorney, Maine Application Deadline: 8 October 2026 Department: Legal - Attorney Employment Type: Full Time Location: Remote Compensation: $90,000 / year Description We are a consumer protection law firm locat…

Skills: Legal research, Drafting pleadings, Drafting motions, Legal memoranda, Contract law

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Associate Attorney, Montgomery County, TN

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

Mid level

Associate Attorney, Montgomery County, TN Application Deadline: 8 October 2026 Department: Legal - Attorney Employment Type: Full Time Location: Remote Compensation: $90,000 / year Description We are a consumer protectio…

Skills: Legal research, Drafting pleadings, Drafting legal memoranda, Contract law, Consumer law

Axiom logoAxiom

Legal Talent Recruitment Manager

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$80k–$87k/yr

Mid level$28M raised

Hybrid role: Occasional in-office presence required About Axiom: Axiom, a leading global marketplace for on-demand legal talent, is leading a revolution in the legal industry. The Axiom model disrupts the traditional all…

Skills: Recruitment, Talent acquisition, Legal industry knowledge, Relationship building, Verbal communication

Human Resources Assistant Director

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$85k–$95k/yr

Senior

Job Summary: The Old Town School of Folk Music seeks a dedicated Human Resources Associate Director - Faculty & Labor Relations to support the HR department with a primary focus on all teaching positions. This role is re…

Skills: Labor Relations, Collective Bargaining, Human Resources, Faculty Recruiting, Employee Relations

Intern, Expert Services

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$30/hr–$40/hr

Entry level

Expert Services - Intern Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions, Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we combine trusted expertise with technology to help clients navigate complex business a…

Skills: Forensic accounting, Financial analysis, Business valuation, Data analysis, Financial modeling

Senior Counsel, Food Law and Regulatory Compliance

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$150k–$165k/yr

Senior

Description Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just startin…

Skills: Food law, Regulatory compliance, Labeling, Advertising law, Risk management

Public Policy and Government Affairs Manager, State/Local

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

$91k–$137k/yr

Senior$930M raised

Who we are Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop acti…

Skills: Public Policy, Government Relations, Legislative Advocacy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication

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Talent Sourcing Analyst

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

Entry level$28M raised

Hybrid role: Occasional in-office presence required About Axiom: Axiom is where legal teams go to find the right talent for everything from routine in-house tasks to complex outside counsel work. Too many legal departmen…

Skills: Talent sourcing, Recruitment, Candidate screening, Market mapping, Competitor analysis

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. logoMorgan & Morgan, P.A.

Workers Compensation Attorney

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$65k–$85k/yr

Mid level

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client suppo…

Skills: Litigation support, Legal research, Discovery documentation, E-filing, Trial preparation

Legal Admin - Affidavits

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$21/hr

Entry level

Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting a Legal Admin for our Chicago office. This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. …

Skills: Legal administration, Document preparation, Filing, Civil litigation, Microsoft Office Suite

Legal Assistant

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Legal Assistant – Chicago (Insurance Coverage and Litigation) Weber Gallagher is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Chicago office, supporting attorneys in the areas of litig…

Skills: Litigation support, Insurance defense, Legal document preparation, Court filing, Case management

Underwriter, Lawyers Professional Liability - CorSo

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$120k–$192k/yr

Mid level$700M raised

Location: Chicago or NYC Are you a sharp, detail-oriented insurance professional with a passion for professional liability? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes po…

Skills: Underwriting, Professional Liability, Risk Assessment, Pricing, Portfolio Management

Commercial Counsel (Enterprise) @ iManage

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$145k–$175k/yr

Senior

Making Knowledge Work for the World’s Leading Professionals Innovating Secure, Intelligent Solutions for Complex Business Challenges iManage is seeking a Commercial Counsel (Enterprise) to join its legal team and play a …

Skills: Commercial Law, SaaS Agreements, Contract Negotiation, Enterprise Sales Support, Legal Risk Management

Commercial Counsel, Technology & Procurement @ iManage

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$120k–$145k/yr

Mid level

Making Knowledge Work™ for the World’s Leading Professionals Empowering Secure, Intelligent Collaboration Across 65+ Countries iManage is seeking a Commercial Counsel (Technology & Procurement) to lead the legal workstre…

Skills: Commercial Law, Technology Procurement, Contract Negotiation, SaaS Agreements, Cloud Infrastructure

Auto & GL Claim Specialist

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

$80k–$90k/yr

Senior+

Overview Position Title: Auto & GL Claim Specialist Location: Reporting to Chicago, IL Region (Remote) Schedule: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 Build Your Career With Purpose at CCMSI At CCMSI, we partner …

Skills: Claims Investigation, General Liability Claims, Auto Claims, Reserve Setting, Negotiation

Barnes & Thornburg LLP logoBarnes & Thornburg LLP

Litigation Paralegal – Labor & Employment

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$110k–$125k/yr

Senior

Litigation Paralegal – Labor & Employment Location: Chicago Barnes & Thornburg is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our Labor & Employment Litigation team in the Chicago office. Responsibilities: Provide comprehensi…

Skills: Litigation support, Labor and employment law, Discovery management, Legal research, Drafting pleadings

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC logoHanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC

Patent Engineer -Experienced Engineer

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$80k–$105k/yr

Mid level

Hanley, Flight and Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), a patent prosecution law firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking engineers with industry experience to train to be patent engineers. As a patent engineer at HFZ, you will use…

Skills: Patent Prosecution, Engineering, Analytical Skills, Technical Writing, Patent Law

PSA - FOIA OFFICER

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$9k–$11k/mo

Mid level

Job Requisition ID: 58315 Division/Section/Unit: Office of Legal Affairs/ FOIA/ FOIA HR Tracking #: 38223 Position Title: FOIA Officer- Public Service Administrator 8L Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 09/22/2026 Ag…

Skills: Freedom of Information Act, Legal research, Document analysis, Regulatory compliance, Legal drafting

Paralegal Immigrant Legal Defense, NIJC

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$46k–$53k

Entry level

About NIJC The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education. …

Skills: Legal research, Case management, Client intake, Spanish fluency, Documentation preparation

SPECIAL ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$10k–$12k/mo

Mid level

Job Requisition ID: 58540 Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 10/06/2026 ​Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois L…

Skills: Legal advice, Legal research, Administrative law, Litigation, Regulatory compliance

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 — 583 of the 1022 open legal positions offer remote or hybrid work (97 remote, 486 hybrid).

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

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