Associate Attorney

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Associate Attorney
The candidate will be responsible for the review of new claims and pleadings in addition to managing a contested litigation queue. Appear in court for the firm a minimum of 3 days per week. Review new claims placed with the firm to ensure compliance. Review and sign off on all pleadings printed for filing with the courts such as complaints and motions. Occasionally drafting various motions and responses to contested matters. Argue motions that are contested before the court as well as conduct trials and arbitrations. Will manage both telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel. Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims in which BG or clients are named. Work from-home functionality. Should have Juris Doctorate and admittance to Illinois Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states are valuable); Both highly experienced and newly licensed attorneys are welcome to apply; have strong computer skills allowing them to work efficiently in programs like Word and Excel; ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, judges, opposing counsel, and circuit court clerks; ability to use tact, discretion, and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, step-up attorneys, and in-house attorneys; ability to work independently and make responsible decisions. Must be able to maintain timelines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail oriented.

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