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About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and other substantive legal filings.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery, oversee e-discovery, and take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and internal teams to develop case strategy and achieve successful outcomes.
• Effectively manage multiple matters while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional client service.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the applicable state bar.
• 5–15+ years of commercial litigation experience handling matters in state and federal courts.
• Experience managing all phases of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, and e-discovery.
• Strong motion practice experience, including drafting motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment.
• Proficiency conducting legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while working collaboratively in a team environment.

Skills

• Class action litigation experience
• Cyber litigation experience
• Privacy litigation experience
• Technology litigation experience

Location

• Chicago
• United States

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Full-time

Experience Level

• 5-15+ years

Education Level

• J.D.

Salary/Compensations

• $150,000—$190,000 USD

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) match

About the Company

• 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 #36 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.
• Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
• Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits

Equal Opportunity

• Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
• It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence.
• Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.