Legal Jobs in Broadview, IL

A downtown Chicago law firm with a collaborative private client law practice is seeking an Illinois-licensed Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience. The firm represents high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and entrepreneurs, and is composed of attorneys and tax professionals who work closely together across estate planning and tax. This role is ideal for an associate who wants to build a sophisticated, long-term private client practice in a collegial environment with meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents
• Assist with gift and estate tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and families
• Support family business succession planning and wealth transfer strategies
• Handle trust and estate administration matters
• Prepare federal and Illinois estate tax returns and federal gift tax returns

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in trusts & estates / private client law
• Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar
• Experience with estate planning, trust administration, and tax planning preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Interest in developing a long-term private client practice

Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant is needed for friendly, laid back and busy firm! Firm offers 2 days work from home, top benefits (medical dental and vision), and "festive" Fridays.

Firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in fast-paced law firm or corporate legal department environments. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex litigation matters, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with all phases of commercial litigation, including case management, discovery, filing, and trial preparation.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and hard copy, ensuring documents are appropriately filed and easily accessible.
• Manage calendars for attorneys, including scheduling depositions, hearings, court appearances, and deadlines.
• Prepare trial notebooks and exhibit lists; coordinate the logistics of document production.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
• File court documents electronically and in-person, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional rules.
• Liaise with clients, courts, witnesses, and expert consultants as directed.
• Track and process billing and expense reports as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a litigation legal assistant (commercial litigation experience preferred).
• Proficiency with legal research tools, document management systems, and court filing procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with federal and state court rules and procedures.
• High attention to detail and superior organizational skills.

This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and grow within the legal field while supporting a collaborative team. If you are motivated and ready to contribute to important legal work, we encourage you to apply.

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About the Opportunity:

I'm currently partnering with a highly respected, litigation-focused plaintiff firm in Chicago that has built a strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes injury cases nationwide. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to work on meaningful cases, gain real courtroom exposure, and be part of a collaborative, trial-driven environment.

The firm is known for taking on challenging matters against major defendants and has a strong track record of successful verdicts and settlements. Attorneys here are given the opportunity to take ownership of their cases and play a key role in litigation strategy.

Job Title: Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite – 5 days/week)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of plaintiff personal injury matters from inception through resolution
• Handle all aspects of litigation including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Work on complex cases including medical malpractice, trucking, auto accidents, birth injury/defects, and aviation matters
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff on case strategy

Qualifications:

• 3–15 years of experience in plaintiff personal injury litigation
• Strong experience in one or more of the following: medical malpractice, trucking, auto, birth injury/defects, or aviation
• Trial experience or strong desire to get into the courtroom
• Ability to independently manage cases and meet deadlines
• Licensed and in good standing in Illinois

Why Consider This Role:

• Work on high-value, complex cases with real impact
• Strong mentorship and hands-on litigation experience
• Performance-based upside with additional compensation tied to case outcomes
• Tight-knit, litigation-focused team environment

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$120,000 – $160,000]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

[medical insurance]

[dental insurance]

[vision insurance]

[401(k) retirement plan]

[4 weeks paid holidays annually]

[performance-based bonuses/percentage on cases won]

Mid to Senior Level IP litigation Associate - New York or Chicago

Our client is a major international firm, seeking an IP Litigation Associate with 4-7 years of experience for its New York or Chicago offices. The firm is also considering candidates with strong federal court commercial litigation experience who are interested in an IP litigation practice. The salary for this position is between $310k to $420k.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of law firm experience, handling all phases of litigation, from pre-litigation counseling through discovery and trial.
• Experience with all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery [including large e-discovery projects], taking and defending depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Admission to the New York or Illinois bars, or ability to become admitted.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Additional Information

This position involves IP litigation matters including trademark, copyright, trade secrets, and patent disputes. While IP litigation experience is preferred, the firm is also considering strong federal court commercial litigators who have an interest in focusing on IP litigation.

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A downtown Chicago law firm with a strong Trusts & Estates practice is seeking an experienced Estate & Trust Administration Paralegal to support attorneys on complex probate, trust administration, and fiduciary matters. This role is heavily administrative and client-facing and is ideal for a paralegal who can manage matters independently and communicate confidently with clients and beneficiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of estate and trust administration, including probate filings, court documents, e-filing, deadlines, and calendars
• Marshal and organize asset information; assist with inventories and accountings
• Coordinate asset transfers and distributions to beneficiaries
• Communicate directly with clients, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and financial institutions
• Assist with estate and gift tax support (Forms 706 and 709), including gathering and organizing financial data
• Support guardianship matters and related court filings
• Maintain organized and confidential client files (digital and physical)
• Assist, as needed, with estate planning documents (wills, trusts, powers of attorney) and trust funding

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of experience in estate and trust administration and/or probate
• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate
• Strong organizational, deadline-management, and client communication skills
• Familiarity with probate court procedures and e-filing systems
• Experience with CCH ProSystem or similar tax software is a plus
• Professional, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with clients in sensitive situations

At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence.

HUB is one of the largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and almost 20,000 employees in 600 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Securities and Corporate Governance Paralegal to support our legal team in a broad range of securities law and governance matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of federal and state securities regulations, experience with SEC filings and board support, and the ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Securities Law and SEC Compliance

• Support periodic and current reporting processes (Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K) and proxy statement
• Manage insider trading compliance and assist with the preparation and filing of Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5)
• Monitor filing deadlines and maintain a compliance calendar to ensure timely submissions
• Track changes in SEC rules and regulations

Corporate Transactions

• Support attorneys in public and private securities offerings
• Assist with due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other capital markets transactions

Corporate Governance & Board Support

• Maintain and update corporate governance policies, charters and entity records
• Assist with the preparation of board and committee meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions and minutes
• Support planning and logistics for annual meeting of shareholders

General Legal Support

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review
• Manage correspondence with the SEC, transfer agents, outside counsel, and other parties
• Organize and maintain legal files and databases
• Provide general administrative support as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program
• Minimum 8-10+ years of paralegal experience in securities law, preferably at a law firm or in-house legal department
• Working knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and related rules and regulations
• Proficiency with EDGAR, SEC filing platforms and board portals
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines

Preferred

• Experience with capital markets transactions, including public offerings
• Familiarity with XBRL/iXBRL tagging and financial document formatting
• Notary Public certification

JOIN OUR TEAM

Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB International, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on our Core Values: entrepreneurship, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and service.

Disclosure required under applicable law in California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, and Washington states: The expected salary range for this position is $41.00 - $62.00 hourly and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate's skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position's business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages: health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, and personal days, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.

An AmLaw Top 50 firm is looking to add a litigation associate (3–6 years' experience) to a specialist team handling high-stakes disputes and regulatory matters for accounting firms, public companies and senior executives. This is a niche but highly regarded practice, sitting at the intersection of commercial litigation, investigations and financial/regulatory work.

The Role

You'll work on complex matters including:

• Commercial and financial disputes
• Regulatory and enforcement matters (SEC, DOJ, PCAOB)
• Professional liability and securities-related litigation
• High-value, multi-party disputes

What They're Looking For

• Strong litigation experience from a reputable firm
• Exposure to complex disputes, investigations or regulatory matters
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills

Prior accounting defense or securities experience is helpful, but not essential. Strong commercial litigators will be considered.

Family Law Associate Attorney | $110K–$130K | No Billables | Chicago

A well-established Family Law firm in Chicago is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney (1–3 years of experience) to join its growing litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to build a long-term career in Family Law while receiving strong mentorship, hands-on case exposure, and real courtroom experience in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with family law matters including divorce, child custody, parenting time, and support

• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence

• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy

• Support attorneys with court appearances, hearings, and depositions

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

• Help manage case files, deadlines, and litigation timelines

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar

• 1–3 years of legal experience (Family Law experience preferred but not required)

• Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Salary and Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $110,000 – $130,000.

Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

The company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid holidays annually

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Professional development opportunities

Counsel will help the Chicago Housing Authority ("CHA") achieve its mission and goals, primarily by protecting its legal interests. Counsel will serve on CHA's Office of the General Counsel Litigation Team. A key focus of this position will be to lead, oversee and handle a high volume of eviction-related matters. In addition to litigating cases, Counsel will be responsible for client counseling (including analyzing case-related information and preparing reports) and conducting training.

Counsel will supervise and manage CHA's overall eviction-related needs, which include, but are not limited to: providing thought leadership; assessing, recommending, and making improvements in existing systems and protocols; supervising, mentoring and working closely with colleagues who perform eviction-related work; and collaborating with other CHA personnel and third-parties (including property management firms, security firms, social service organizations, police personnel and other governmental agencies) to advance CHA's interests.

The Office of General Counsel advances CHA's interests in multiple substantive areas related to litigation and transactions, including, but not limited to the following: personal injury litigation, administrative hearings and administrative review proceedings, commercial litigation, discrimination and civil rights related litigation, and transactions work (e.g., contracts, and real estate matters). Experience in one or more of these areas and a growth mindset that welcomes additional opportunities to learn and serve CHA is a plus. As a member of the Litigation Team, Counsel will also be expected to maintain a personal caseload of assignments in substantive areas outside of and in addition to the eviction realm.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• As to eviction cases, duties will include, but are not limited to, providing representation and functional leadership to advance CHA's interests, conducting eviction-related trainings, conducting pre-suit reviews, investigations and counseling, providing supervision and guidance during the pendency of eviction litigation (including, but not limited to, initiating cases by preparing pleadings and related documents, serving as lead counsel, conducting discovery, or assisting during trials, and with post-trial matters, including appeals), and evaluating performance of attorneys and staff as needed.
• Ensuring up-to-date status tracking and reporting on filed eviction cases.
• Handling all aspects of general litigation involving CHA and related duties and serving as lead and trial counsel in state and federal court, and in administrative forums.
• Evaluating issues and disputes in the pre-litigation stage to determine appropriate course of action that fairly balances competing interests and facilitates favorable resolution.
• Providing research, analysis, and written recommendations on housing related regulations, CHA policies, federal and state law, and municipal ordinances.
• Advising client departments on how to achieve goals in compliance with applicable policies, rules, and law, and leading such initiatives as needed.
• Assisting the Deputy General Counsel and other members of the Office of General Counsel as needed, including by preparing other required litigation-related reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Juris Doctor degree, admission to the Illinois bar and good standing. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of ten (10) years of litigation experience, including strong experience litigating eviction and/or cases in other substantive areas of need for CHA's Litigation Team.

Our team is seeking an attorney who will bring integrity; a strong work ethic; strong communication, analytical and client service skills; sound judgment; a growth mindset; the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors/colleagues/diverse client departments; and a willingness and the perseverance to learn new substantive areas and skills. Given the breadth and depth of this role, counsel will bring a demonstrated successful track record of timely and high performance of duties, including a strong work ethic; timely attendance for judicial proceedings; thorough preparation; strong research, legal writing, and oral advocacy skills; and be proficient in the use of technology to manage deadlines and other case-related responsibilities, e.g., Excel.

This is a full-time position with an anticipated work schedule of Mon-Fri, 8:30a - 5:00p. As a professional, the attorney may need to work additional hours, as needed, depending on applicable deadlines and workload.

*Applicants must complete an application and submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and TWO Writing Samples to be considered. Applicants applying on external job sites must apply on the CHA Careers webpage at: CAREERS.THECHA.ORG

Salary: $160,000

Grade: S11

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Parking Transit
• Prepaid Legal Services
• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
• Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position is eligible for one day telework privileges following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA's established policies and procedures.

"Applications will be accepted for 30 days from the date of posting. However, the position may be closed at any point if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received."

We are a growing firm, looking for a Plaintiffs Personal Injury Attorney, to join our team. Specifically, we are looking for someone who has 2+ years of experience, with extensive litigation and personal injury experience.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience - Plaintiffs Personal Injury
• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Prior experience with; Medmal, truck accidents, Birth accidents, Aviation, etc.
• Admitted to practice law in Illinois

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate case viability, provide legal advice, manage client communication, and handle all legal paperwork.
• Collect accident reports, medical records, photos, video footage, and witness statements; hire investigators if needed.
• Research case law, draft complaints, motions, and other legal documents.
• Deal with insurance adjusters, using negotiation skills to reach fair settlements.
• Represent clients in depositions, hearings, and trials if a settlement isn't reached

The annual salary for this position is between 150k-300k+. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule + PTO + Vacation time