Jobs in Evergreen Park, IL

About the Company

Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimized*—integrated, intentional, and aligned with each client's vision of success. We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first. Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firm—one focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Our commitment to clients has earned recognition by Barron's and Forbes, listing us among the nation's top RIA firms. Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived. Learn more at the Role

Cresset Capital is seeking a highly motivated and business-oriented associate general counsel with 3 years of experience to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate is practical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities

• Mergers & Acquisitions: Support acquisitions and strategic investments from initial diligence through closing and post-closing integration; conduct and manage legal due diligence; draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents including purchase agreements, and ancillary agreements; coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders throughout transaction processes.
• Commercial Contracts & Vendor Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor agreements, technical and SaaS agreements, consulting and professional services agreements, and confidentiality agreements; advise stakeholders on risk mitigation and contract strategy; develop and improve standard contract templates and processes.
• Corporate Governance: Assist with governance documentation; support corporate entity management; maintain corporate records; advise on governance best practices and regulatory considerations relevant to financial services.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations; mitigate legal risks to the company.
• General Legal Support: Provide day-to-day legal advice to business stakeholders; collaborate with compliance, finance, human resources, and operations on cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing.
• Approximately 3 years of relevant experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Experience in M&A and commercial contracting required.
• Experience working in a regulated industry required, with exposure to financial services industry preferred.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong business judgment and practical critical thinking skills.
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with business stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Experience in M&A and commercial contracting.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a regulated industry, preferably financial services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

The Role:

We are looking for a Director, Environmental Permitting, to lead and scale all environmental functions supporting development, permitting, construction, and operations of on-site power generation to support large data center loads across the U.S.

You will be responsible for leading all environmental strategy, permitting, compliance, and regulatory interface activities for Scale Microgrids Data Center business, providing executive-level oversight of environmental risk management across natural gas generation facilities, data center infrastructure, and electric transmission and distribution assets. You will establish environmental standards, manage agency relationships, oversee consultants, and ensure projects are delivered on schedule and in full regulatory compliance.

This is a leadership role with strategic and operational accountability. Environmental risk can kill a project quietly and expensively, and this role ensures our portfolio moves forward with regulatory certainty, disciplined compliance, and long-term operational stability.

The role reports to our Chief Development Officer, Data Centers, and is based in either our NYC, Ridgewood, NJ, Santa Monica/Oakland, CA, or Chicago offices.

Key responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute environmental strategies for all projects.
• Identify environmental risks early in project development and integrate mitigation strategies into siting, engineering, and financial modeling.
• Serve as the environmental authority for executive leadership.
• Build and lead the environmental team as the portfolio scales.

Permitting & Regulatory Strategy

• Direct permitting strategy for natural gas generation facilities, data centers, substations, transmission infrastructure, and distribution systems.
• Oversee federal, state, and local environmental permitting, including Clean Air Act permitting (Title V, PSD, minor source permits), Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401, stormwater and NPDES compliance, wetlands and listed species coordination, cultural resource coordination, and NEPA documentation where applicable.
• Develop permitting schedules aligned with project development milestones.
• Lead negotiations and interface with agencies, including the Department of Environmental Protection, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and local jurisdictions and water management districts.

Compliance & Operational Oversight

• Ensure compliance across development, construction, and operational phases.
• Establish internal environmental compliance frameworks and reporting systems.
• Oversee environmental audits and corrective action plans.
• Provide guidance on air emissions monitoring, water discharge compliance, waste management, and spill prevention.

Technical Oversight

• Direct environmental due diligence for land acquisition and project development.
• Oversee Phase I and II ESA processes.
• Evaluate site constraints related to wetlands, species, floodplains, and cultural resources.
• Interpret evolving federal and state environmental regulations and advise leadership accordingly.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Development, Engineering, Construction, Legal, and Finance teams.
• Support investor diligence and lender technical reviews.
• Provide environmental risk summaries for board-level presentations.
• Manage third-party environmental consultants and budgets.

Work Environment

• Periodic travel to project locations
• A combination of office, field, and agency engagement responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive environmental experience in energy, utility, or infrastructure sectors.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing environmental programs or teams.
• Deep working knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Experience in permitting natural gas generation and electric infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of air permitting for combustion turbines or reciprocating engines.
• Experience interfacing directly with federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-permit development timelines.
• Strong executive communication skills.

Preferred

• Master's degree in environmental or related discipline.
• Professional certification (e.g., P.E., CEP, CHMM).
• Experience supporting data center infrastructure.
• GIS proficiency and ability to interpret spatial environmental data.
• Experience in microgrid or distributed energy development.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker who understands how environmental decisions impact capital deployment and schedule.
• Calm and decisive under regulatory pressure.
• Able to balance compliance with development velocity.
• High ownership mindset.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Comfortable presenting to executive leadership and investors.

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales' employees include:

• Do the Right Thing
• Act Like an Owner
• Hustle
• Demand Results
• Go Together
• Evolve or Disappear

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

About Scale Microgrids

Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today's growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.

Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets. To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit .

About EQT

EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit .

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

About the Position:

Our client, a sophisticated Midwest-based law firm, is actively seeking a trusts and estates attorney to join its thriving office in Chicago. This practice handles a range of T&E matters, including charitable planning, family foundation counseling, probate and estate administration, transfer tax planning and audit representation, trust administration, and litigation.

Highlights:

· Firm believes strongly in work-life balance

· Top-notch professional development support

· Fantastic opportunity for hands-on experience

Responsibilities:

· Counsel individuals, families, executives, and business owners on estate planning, trust administration, business succession planning, and probate matters

· Assist clients in developing tax-efficient and cost-effective strategies for wealth transfer among spouses, family members, friends, or in support of charitable organizations

· Prepare estate and gift tax returns

Required Qualifications:

· 8+ years of trust and estates experience

· Strong academic credentials

· Some portable business is preferred but not required

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $275,000+.

About Us:

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Job Title: Commercial Finance Legal Assistant

Location: Chicago, IL

Industry: Legal Services

Compensation: $85,000 – $95,000 annually

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hybrid schedule with one day onsite per week.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established law firm in Chicago to hire a Commercial Finance Legal Assistant. This firm offers a collaborative environment, strong benefits, and a modern office space located near Millennium Park.

Job Description:

The Commercial Finance Legal Assistant will support a busy team of attorneys and associates within a commercial lending practice. This position will play an important role in coordinating transactional documentation, assisting with deal closings, managing attorney schedules, and ensuring all administrative and operational tasks are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with commercial finance transactions by preparing, editing, and organizing deal documents

• Compile signature packets, manage closing documentation, and assist with preparation of final closing sets

• Track deal progress and follow up on outstanding items to ensure deadlines are met

• Coordinate new matter intake procedures, including initiating conflict checks and preparing engagement documentation

• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and other parties involved in transactions

• Maintain and organize documents using the firm's document management system

• Manage attorney calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange conference logistics and travel when needed

• Enter and review attorney time entries, assist with billing documentation, and help prepare client invoices

• Process expense reports and maintain related administrative records

• Provide additional administrative coverage for other attorneys when needed

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting attorneys in a Commercial Finance legal practice

• Experience assisting with transactional documentation and deal coordination

• Familiarity with legal billing processes, document management systems, and administrative legal support tasks

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

• Comfortable learning and navigating new legal technology platforms

Additional Details:

• Direct hire opportunity

• Hybrid schedule with one day per week in the office

Perks:

• Hybrid work schedule

• Office located near convenient public transportation access

• Monthly public transportation reimbursement

• Opportunity to join a respected and growing legal practice

• Collaborative and professional work environment

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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Partner Attorney – Chicago (Transactional or Litigation)

A long‐established Chicago law firm—recognized for its deep experience in real estate, municipal law, finance, corporate matters, and litigation—is actively seeking a Partner‐level Attorney to support its ongoing strategic growth. The firm has been operating for nearly a century and is currently expanding its attorney roster while maintaining a modern, flexible, and highly collaborative culture.

Location: Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Considered

The firm is open to Partners in any of its core practice areas, including both transactional and litigation work. Strong fits include:

• Municipal Law
• Public & Project Finance
• Real Estate Transactions & Finance
• Zoning, Development & Land Use
• Construction Law
• Corporate Transactions
• Business & Commercial Litigation

Key Requirements

• Approximately $500K+ portable book of business (slightly less may be considered).
• Experience in any of the firm's established practice areas.
• Team‐oriented personality; the firm places strong emphasis on social/cultural engagement.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business development skills.
• No billable hour requirement — expectations set individually.

Compensation

• Base salary: $200K+ (potentially up to ~$300K depending on the candidate).
• Origination bonuses
• Servicing bonuses
• Referral bonuses for cross‐selling work internally
• Highly competitive overall structure; the firm has successfully recruited Partners from BigLaw.

Work Arrangement

• Loose hybrid schedule
• Not strictly tracked; flexibility is emphasized.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Malpractice Insurance
• 401(k) with Profit‐Sharing Contributions
• Pre‐tax commuter benefits
• Paid holidays & paid vacation
• Paid CLE, bar dues, and relevant travel
• Firm‐wide social events and wellbeing activities
• Supportive, modernized work environment despite being a legacy firm

Firm Highlights

• Nearly 100 years in operation
• Growing significantly and hiring across multiple groups
• Approximately 15 attorneys, ~20 total staff
• Wide range of practice areas including real estate, municipal, corporate, litigation, construction, employment, transportation, digital infrastructure, and more
• Flexible billables and highly collaborative culture
• Partners enjoy high autonomy and support to grow their practice

Interview Process

• Typically, 1–2 interviews with firm leadership.

Senior Legal Counsel – Renewable Energy | In-House | Chicago, IL

Reports To: General Counsel

Company: SunVest Solar, LLC

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary ($170k–$205k) + Discretionary Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

About SunVest:

SunVest Solar, LLC ("SunVest") is a rapidly growing, Chicago-based renewable energy company focused on distributed generation solar power and battery energy storage systems (BESS). With more than 2 gigawatts of development projects nationwide and a growing operational portfolio expected to exceed 200 MW by 2026, SunVest is shaping the future of clean energy in the United States.

As a fully integrated renewable energy platform, SunVest develops, constructs, finances, owns, and operates solar and storage assets across the country. This integrated model allows our in-house legal team to engage across the entire project lifecycle—from site control and development through construction, project finance, tax equity, and long-term asset management.

Position Overview:

SunVest's Legal team is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support across the organization, ensuring the company's operations comply with applicable laws and regulations, and facilitating our ambitious growth plans through strategic legal counsel.

As the Senior Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for leading and supporting key legal aspects of SunVest's project finance and development activities and will act as a strategic partner to the business. You will manage outside counsel efficiently to mitigate risk and reduce cost of capital. Your expertise in project finance negotiations will be pivotal to SunVest's ongoing success, contributing to our sustainable growth strategy and the development and execution of renewable energy projects nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Finance Negotiations

• Lead and manage the structuring, negotiation, and execution of project finance transactions, including debt and tax equity financing, to support SunVest's solar development projects
• Ensure all financing arrangements comply with applicable laws and regulations

Real Estate Agreements

• Negotiate and draft real estate agreements, including land leases, easements, and site control agreements, to support solar project development

Commercial Agreements

• Oversee negotiation and execution of commercial agreements, including supply and purchase agreements, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, and power purchase agreements (PPAs)

Risk Mitigation

• Identify and mitigate legal risks related to project finance, real estate, and commercial transactions
• Provide practical legal solutions to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with Development, Finance, and Operations teams to understand project and business needs and deliver effective legal support

External Counsel Management

• Manage relationships with external legal counsel to ensure efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective legal services
• Oversee legal budgets related to project-specific matters to optimize legal spend and reduce cost of capital

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and advise on regulatory matters impacting renewable energy projects, including ITCs, beginning of construction requirements, tariffs, and Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) considerations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience with significant exposure to project finance and renewable energy transactions
• Prior experience at a top-tier law firm (e.g., AmLaw 100) preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and act as a trusted business partner
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders
• Highly organized, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Active bar admission in good standing

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off including company holidays
• Opportunity for advancement within a fast-growing renewable energy company

Join SunVest in leading the charge to cultivate access to renewable energy for America!

SunVest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Labor & Employment Senior Associate or Counsel Opportunity - AM LAW Top 100 Law Firm - Chicago, IL

Compensation: $310,000 - $370,000 Base Salary plus bonuses (Depending on experience)

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 8-paid holidays
• Bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Bereavement Leave
• Hospital Leave
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching

Requirements

• MUST HAVE - 6+ years of previous experience in Labor & Employment Law
• Must have significant traditional labor experience (dealing with unions, collective bargaining, NLRB matters, labor arbitrations etc)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients

The ideal candidate is extremely positive and productive, can prioritize their workload and work efficiently in a highly charged positive team-oriented setting

Employment Litigation Attorney

Work schedule: full-time, hybrid.

Salary: $145,000 – 185,000, commensurate with experience.

Experience:

• Litigation experience required: 3 years minimum.
• Employment law experience: 3 years minimum.
• Illinois licensed attorney.

OUR FIRM

The Prinz Law Firm is a woman-owned boutique legal practice focusing on employment and business law. Unlike typical firms in our field, we serve both employees and employers, and we do so through assertive and creative representation. Our work is varied and can include litigating non-compete agreements, negotiating executive compensation and severance packages, litigating Title VII and other discrimination matters, drafting employment agreements and employee handbooks, conducting workplace investigations, providing workplace trainings, and training businesses to form positive workplace cultures. While our office is located in Chicago, Illinois, we have litigated matters and worked with clients across the country. In all we do, our experienced attorneys and staff take pride in cultivating client relationships marked by trust, professionalism, creativity, and flexibility.

CORE VALUES

Our firm is guided by these core values in the service we provide our clients and in how we operate internally:

• We are versatile and adaptable.
• We are collaborative and team-focused.
• We challenge ourselves and each other within a growth mindset.
• We are innovative and courageous.

We use these values as guideposts for all major decisions, including the types of cases we accept, internal hiring and retention, and the firm's long-term goals.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

We are looking for an attorney with a positive attitude and strong work ethic who will manage all aspects of litigation, resolve disputes, draft and review agreements and policies, negotiate contracts, and advise and guide clients through complex and sometimes emotional matters. We are seeking someone with a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.

This position requires strong writing skills, strategic thinking, and creativity. In addition to managing litigation and advising clients, this attorney will be responsible for collaborating with other attorneys and potentially mentoring less experienced colleagues and staff.

This position will begin in-office for the initial 90 days, which may be extended as needed. Then it will transition into a hybrid position, requiring a few days per week in the office and permitting work from home a few days a week. This role is expected to reach 1,500 billable hours annually.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Qualified candidates must have at least 3 years of litigation experience and 3 years of experience minimum in employment law.

• Illinois licensed attorney.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure.
• Effective client management and counseling.
• Ability to analyze complex factual and legal issues.
• Strategic and creative thinker.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, expectations, and needs.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work well independently, but also within a team structure.
• Demonstrative dependability, reliability, and punctuality.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to summarize information clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word are essential.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) profit sharing
• Generous PTO policy
• Professional development budget
• Discretionary bonus
• Other

TO APPLY: Submit résumé and cover letter to with subject line: "Employment Litigation Attorney."

About the Position:

Our client, an international Am Law firm, is actively seeking a commercial finance attorney to join its corporate practice in Chicago as an associate. This thriving practice group has received top rankings nationally, and the firm overall has been named as a top law firm for associate satisfaction.

Highlights:

· Firm was recently recognized in Crain's Chicago Business "Best Places to Work" list

· Ranked by Chambers as a top law firm for Associate Satisfaction and Career Development

· Named in the BTI Client Service 30 for outstanding commitment to client service

Responsibilities:

· Work on sophisticated finance transactions, including, acquisition finance, fund finance, healthcare finance and agented syndicated secured financings

· Draft and negotiate intercreditor agreements and other lender agreements

Required Qualifications:

· 2-3 years of experience in acquisition financing, fund finance, agented syndicated secured financings, and/or healthcare financings

· Knowledge of Article 9 of the UCC

· Strong drafting and negotiating skills

· Experience with intercreditor agreements and agreements among lenders is a plus

· Large law firm or commercial finance boutique law firm experience is preferred

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $225,000 - $250,000.

About Us:

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago's leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.