Legal Jobs in None, IL

We are working with an AM 200 law firm, headquartered in Chicago, seeking an experienced, Illinois licensed, eDiscovery Staff Attorney. The successful candidate will have all of the skills necessary to hit the ground running, immediately, and assist case teams across all of the firm’s offices. The attorney hired will be part of the firm’s eDiscovery attorney team and will be responsible for eDiscovery best practices advising, discovery scoping, addressing preservation and collection issues, and managing reviews and productions. Candidates should have five or more (5+) years of traditional eDiscovery, document review management, and fact development experience. Salary is expected to be in the $185,000 - $210,000/yr. range, depending upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and education. The firm’s compensation package includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program, about which the employer will provide further information.

Candidates may apply for this position on LinkedIn, on the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes.

About Hire Counsel, A Purpose Legal Company

Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company, is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By connecting good lawyers with our clients, we help attorneys find a permanent home. We also provide individuals with the option to work on contract (temporary) assignments to aid their stability as they proceed with their job searches. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.

About the Company

Our firm operates in a fast-paced environment, requiring the ability to juggle multiple assignments effectively. We value initiative and a commitment to excellence, encouraging candidates to go the extra mile to support both attorneys and colleagues across all experience levels.

About the Role

We seek an adaptable professional with a blend of paralegal and administrative skills, eager to develop expertise in state and federal court litigation. The candidate will receive comprehensive training in various aspects of litigation.

Responsibilities

• Draft and finalize summonses, motions, orders, discovery requests, demand letters, affidavits, and subpoenas
• File pleadings in state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as regulatory agencies (e.g., Illinois Department of Labor, EEOC)
• Communicate with judges’ chambers, clerks, sheriffs’ offices, and process servers regarding filings and service of legal documents
• Coordinate depositions, court reporters, and conference room bookings
• Proofread legal documents, including cite-checking using Bluebook Uniform Citation
• Prepare and organize court exhibits and assist with document productions
• Track and docket incoming and outgoing pleadings
• Maintain service lists for litigation matters
• Facilitate client communication related to case matters
• Enrolling attorneys in conferences and seminars
• Manage various administrative tasks, such as lunch reservations, conference room scheduling, and event coordination
• Prepare expense reports and billing letters
• Assist with holiday gifts for clients, if needed

Qualifications

A certificate from an ABA-approved Paralegal training program is preferred but not mandatory, as it demonstrates a commitment to the profession.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other legal software
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Preferred Skills

Strong word processing and communication skills are essential. Ideal candidates are proactive, client-focused, and willing to suggest improvements to existing processes.

Pay range and compensation package

This job description provides a general overview of expected duties and qualifications. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, nor does it constitute an employment contract. The Firm reserves the right to modify this description without prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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About the Position:

Our client, a highly-regarded Chicago law firm, has an active need for a real estate attorney with a focus on leasing matters to join its thriving practice as a mid-level associate. This practice is Chambers-ranked and handles a variety of real estate matters across the country, including acquisitions and dispositions, joint venture transactions, real estate development, and commercial leasing.

Highlights:

· Chambers-ranked real estate practice group

· Firm ranked as a top midsize firm in Chicago

· Collaborative and entrepreneurial atmosphere

· Work on substantive matters for a sophisticated national client base

Responsibilities:

· Represent clients with retail leasing transactions

· Draft and negotiate contracts for acquisitions, dispositions, site assemblages, leases, and all related financing and ancillary documentation

· Handle real estate transactions involving joint ventures, development projects, acquisitions, dispositions, and financings

· Manage transactions with limited supervision

Required Qualifications:

· 4-6 years of real estate law experience, including handling all aspects of commercial leasing transactions (both landlord and tenant side)

· Experience representing managers, REITs and other institutional owners, in the office, industrial, and retail sectors

· Substantial practice focus in sophisticated office leasing preferred

· Strong academic credentials

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000.

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.

EpsteinSchwartz has a unique opportunity for an experienced real estate attorney in Chicago. Our client, a full-service boutique law firm with a busy and sophisticated real estate practice, is seeking an attorney with a stellar academic background and strong law firm experience to take on a leadership role.

Real Estate Partner/Counsel Responsibilities:

• Drafting a wide variety of real estate finance and acquisition/disposition transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, joint venture agreements and loan documents;
• Drafting and reviewing leases, construction contracts and other third party vendor agreements;
• Managing and mentoring staff, associates and other attorneys; and
• Counseling firm clients directly, including leading meetings, conference calls and negotiations.

Real Estate Partner/Counsel Required Qualifications:

• All candidates must have at least 10 years of hands-on and complex real estate experience;
• Experience with complex real estate finance transactions is preferred;
• Attorney must have strong business-sense and analytical skills;
• Attorney will have strong work ethic and ability to work independently;
• Strong academic credentials; and
• Must be a member in good standing of the Illinois Bar.

Labor & Employment Associate

Our client, a top AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will handle significant responsibilities in employment law litigation matters through summary judgment and trial, including discovery (e-discovery), motions practice in federal and state courts, and responding to administrative agency charges and investigations. The role also involves employment law counseling, advising in-house counsel, HR professionals, and company representatives on employment relationship issues.

The estimated salary range for this position is $230,000 – $340,000 (annually) and may vary depending on experience and other factors.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the Illinois Bar
• 4+ years of general labor and employment law and litigation experience at a large law firm
• Experience with employment litigation through summary judgment and trial, with minimal supervision
• Experience with wage and hour matters, restrictive covenant, and trade secret matters
• Employment law counseling experience, including drafting employment contracts
• Superior writing skills and strong academic credentials required

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at

Summary

A leading firm is seeking a paralegal with 3–5 years of experience in trusts and estates and tax to support its Private Client practice in Chicago. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and values professionals who share a client-first approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in all aspects of estate planning and probate matters.
• Support with the collection, distribution, reporting, and transfer of estate assets.
• Prepare inventories and asset schedules using client-provided information.
• Prepare financial and annual accounts for estates and trusts.
• Conduct public records research and prepare legal documents.
• Draft and electronically file probate pleadings and accountings using strong written communication skills to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prioritize workload, monitor and communicate deadlines to the group.
• Provide regular updates to attorneys and team members regarding matter statuses.
• Utilize specialized estate planning/reporting software efficiently.
• Timely and accurate entry, review, and correction of billable time entries.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years' paralegal experience in a relevant legal practice area.
• Paralegal degree or certificate preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting practices and estate/probate software (Estate Works or similar preferred).
• Knowledgeable in fiduciary income tax, estate and gift taxation, and estate tax returns.
• Excellent command of written English, grammar, and syntax.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent communication skills, demonstrated writing ability.
• Ability to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects and estates simultaneously.
• Exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Compensation: $80,000/yr. – $105,000/yr.

Benefits: health, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, generous paid parental leave, backup childcare and eldercare support, paid time off (PTO), and potential performance-based bonuses. The overall package emphasizes work-life balance and employee well-being.

For immediate consideration, apply today!

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We are seeking a curious and motivated AI & Systems Operations Associate to join our team in Chicago. This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is excited about artificial intelligence and interested in how emerging technologies can improve the way businesses operate.You do not need to be an AI programmer or have a technical degree. What matters most is that you are analytical, tech-comfortable, and naturally curious about AI tools and new technologies. If you regularly explore tools like ChatGPT, enjoy learning new platforms, and like figuring out smarter ways to solve problems, this role could be a great fit.

You will work closely with internal teams to help support AI tools, operational systems, and technology-driven workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting and maintaining internal operational systems and technology platforms
• Use AI tools to help improve workflows, research solutions, and increase efficiency
• Review and monitor AI-generated outputs to ensure accuracy and usefulness
• Help identify opportunities to streamline internal processes through technology
• Support the adoption and use of new tools and systems across teams
• Assist with documentation, testing, and improvement of technology-driven workflows
• Stay informed on emerging AI tools and technologies that may benefit the business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (any field – Liberal Arts, Business, Technology, etc.)
• Strong curiosity about artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
• Comfortable using modern technology platforms and software tools
• Familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT or similar platforms
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Ability to work hybrid in Chicago (3 days per week in-office)

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Exposure to workflow or contract management platforms such as Ironclad
• Internship or academic experience involving technology, research, or operations
• Interest in legal technology, legal operations, or business systems
• Basic understanding of automation, AI tools, or digital workflows

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.

As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

How You'll Contribute:

This remote based Associate Legal Counsel position provides accurate and timely counsel to our sales and operations organizations to address and resolve legal issues, supporting commercial transactions and customer management. The successful candidate must have the ability to deal with complex matters while operating in a fast-paced environment, providing effective and practical counsel on a variety of commercial transactional legal matters.

What You'll Do:

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• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including domestic and international product and services agreements, vendor/dealer agreements, and strategic relationship agreements.
  
  
• Provide legal advice on intellectual property issues, data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
  
  
• Collaborate with the sales and operations teams providing contract interpretation and support understanding and addressing legal and business concerns associated with commercial transactions.
  
  
• Execute and maintain the company's business and contractor licenses, ensuring compliance and tracking renewals when and if needed as a backup on this task.
  
  
• Assist in the development and monitoring of operational internal governance policies and authorities.
  
  
• Provide legal support to purchasing, sales, finance, and various internal departments with a variety of legal matters ranging from subcontractor disputes, vendor related issues, and process improvement initiatives.
  
  
• Support collection efforts.
  
  
• Perform other legal tasks as directed by the General Counsel and leadership.
  
  

Required Skills/Qualifications:

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• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  
  
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in one or more states.
  
  
• 5+ years of legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment handling corporate law matters, with a focus on commercial transactions.
  
  
• Strong understanding of intellectual property, data protection and privacy laws.
  
  
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills.
  
  
• A high level of self-motivation with the ability to work independently with a commitment to client services and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  
  
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
  
  
• Experience with common business software tools, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
  
  
• Hands-on experience drafting, negotiating, and managing all aspects of commercial transactions. International and/or governmental contract experience helpful.
  
  
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) required.
  
  

What We Offer:

Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

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• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family's needs
  
  
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  
  
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  
  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  
• 401k with Employer Match
  
  
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  
  
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
  
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
  
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To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career siteor email us at .

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact so we can assist you.

Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.

Private Credit Paralegal

The Private Credit Paralegal is responsible for providing paralegal support and assistance to attorneys in the coordination, management and supervision of all aspects of private credit transactions including, but not limited to, setup, routine maintenance, reporting requirements, transaction management, UCC and intellectual property searches, UCC drafting and filing, and coordination of all aspects of commercial finance transaction closings. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and Firm matters.

Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Client billable hour requirement: 1,550 hours annually (130 client billable hours average per month).

• Assist with the preparation of certain standard form loan documents and other related commercial finance transaction documents.
• Organize and proofread all documentation.
• Prepare, review and file UCC financing statements, releases, and amendments.
• Perform UCC and other lien searches.
• Perform duties/tasks associated with private credit transactional closings.
• Draft closing book indexes, prepare closing books and assemble documents under the supervision of the supervising attorney.
• Coordinate and assist with documentation for closing and post-closing requirements.
• Maintain relationships with third party vendors and assist with the management of accounts with such vendors.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients to ensure proper delivery of closing books and related closing deliveries.
• Maintain up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, however on a case-by-case basis, may have authority to delegate and supervise the work performed by Project Assistant. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, training, and providing input into the performance appraisal process.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree and two or more years related experience preferably in a law firm environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program a plus. Previous experience and applicable working knowledge and understanding of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code is preferred.
• Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Westlaw and other commercial finance-related databases, internet research, due diligence, Excel, Outlook, and Word preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e‑mail, or verbally.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information and training, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
• Exhibit high degree of initiative with excellent analytical, technical, and critical-thinking skills requiring an aptitude for detail, precision, and logic in order to analyze and research private credit transactional data, process information, conduct legal research, and perform essential duties.
• Dependable team player with the ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position’s responsibilities. Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and oversee numerous tasks from inception to completion, and ensure work is completed within strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare commercial finance transactional documents and forms, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, and verifying numerical data on forms and documents.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, laser printer, telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, facsimile, etc.
• Ability to occasionally retrieve and distribute files, written documentation and copies, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position. Candidates must be comfortable with a flexible schedule including occasional after-hours email monitoring and responsiveness during peak periods or urgent matters. Ability and availability to travel to other Firm locations when required.

For our Chicago Office, the annualized salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP 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 status as a protected veteran.

Lateral Link is assisting a repeat client and top-ranked Am Law 25 firm in seeking a corporate M&A associate with approximately 2–6 years of experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience advising public and private companies, as well as private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, on a broad range of strategic and sponsor-side M&A transactions. Relevant experience includes mergers and acquisitions, stock and asset purchases, leveraged buyouts, platform and add-on acquisitions, joint ventures, minority and growth equity investments, and related corporate governance and transactional matters.

This is a sophisticated, broad-based corporate M&A practice with meaningful cross-office collaboration and substantial client exposure for associates. The practice group provides associates with substantive responsibility, hands-on deal experience, and direct client interaction early in their careers, along with excellent long-term partnership and in-house prospects.

• If you are interested and qualified, please submit your resume here or email

A well-established Chicago-based litigation firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Junior Partner (6+ years of experience) to join its commercial litigation team. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys developing case strategy, taking ownership of matters, and continuing to build trial experience in a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Develop and execute case strategy, including motion practice and discovery
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Participate in trial preparation and second-chair trials (with opportunity for growth)
• Collaborate with partners and clients on litigation strategy

Ideal Background:

• 6+ years of commercial litigation experience
• Strong motion practice and case management skills
• Experience handling complex business disputes
• Trial experience (second-chair preferred; training available for the right candidate)
• Strategic thinker who enjoys advocacy and problem-solving

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 – $250,000, plus eligibility for discretionary annual bonuses. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on factors such as location/market, skills, education, experience, and other relevant qualifications.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match retirement plan
• paid holidays annually

What you’ll do:

• Run PE/M&A transactions with direct client contact
• Draft/negotiate SPAs, merger and rollover docs, equity and incentive plans, and key ancillaries
• Own diligence, closings, and counterparty/advisor coordination
• Supervise juniors and work directly alongside senior attorneys and partners

What you'll bring:

• 2+ years at a leading firm handling PE/M&A deals
• Proven independent ownership within a team
• Strong business judgment and crisp writing/speaking
• IL bar license or eligibility to waive in/sit for next exam

Why this platform:

• AmLaw 25 firm
• National PE/growth footprint with real document ownership and sponsor exposure
• High deal velocity, best in class training, transparent and attainable advancement opportunities
• Hybrid schedule
• Top of the market compensation

Apply here or email ( ) / DM to schedule a confidential intro call.

About the Position:

Our client, a well-funded global nonprofit organization headquartered in a northern suburb, is actively seeking an attorney with 5-10+ years of significant large law firm corporate/transactional experience to join its dynamic and growing legal team as an Assistant General Counsel. The lawyer in this position will work closely alongside the Chief Legal Officer as well as other members of the legal team and will have broad responsiblities, including drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and agreements, serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders, and playing a key role in supporting the organization’s continued growth and strategic initiatives.

Local/Illinois candidates only. No relocates please.

Highlights:

• Collegial and collaborative environment

• Interesting and impactful work

• Mission-driven, nonprofit organization with a 100+ year legacy

• Strong culture of professional development, recognition, and growth

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business leaders, providing strategic guidance on contracts, risk mitigation, disputes, intellectual property, and key initiatives

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide range of commercial, transactional, and research-related agreements and contracts

• Collaborate with internal legal colleagues and cross-functionally with other teams to resolve complex issues related to projects, contracts, commercial operations, compliance, and other business matters

• Advise on intellectual property matters, litigation, investigations, and disputes as needed

• Provide guidance on compliance matters and develop policies, processes, and controls to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations

• Manage legal support for strategic initiatives, coordinating efforts across the legal team to provide expert guidance and harmonize solutions to complex legal issues

• Consult with internal and external counsel as needed to address legal concerns and ensure comprehensive legal support

• Contribute to and/or lead other department specific and cross-functional initiatives

• Support corporate governance matters, including board and committee activities and preparation of related materials

Required Qualifications:

• 5-10+ years of large law firm corporate experience, specifically including strong commercial contracting and transactional experience

• Significant in-house experience handling complex commercial contracts is a plus

• Background at a nonprofit, academic, or research organization is a plus

Location:

Northern Chicago suburb, Illinois (Hybrid); Local/Illinois candidates only.

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $175,000 – $235,000, plus bonus.

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.

2027 Summer Associate Program (Class of 2028)

Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. will host a ten-week Summer Associate Program in-person in its Chicago office during the Summer of 2027 for rising 3L law students (i.e., the Class of 2028). The Program will commence on June 1, 2027 and run through August 7, 2027. Summer Associates will be compensated based upon a pro-rated first-year associate salary.

Our Firm is a mid-sized Chicago law firm with a collaborative environment that offers attorneys the best of both large and small firm experiences. Founded in 1992, the firm has approximately 75 attorneys and maintains a full-service practice spanning commercial litigation, corporate law, real estate, labor and employment, tax, trusts and estates, and other key business areas. Burke Warren is known for its supportive culture, client-focused approach, flexible billing options, high-quality work, and emphasis on long-term relationships.

Our Firm will begin conducting screening interviews and participating in OCI and resume collections at select schools in the Spring of 2026. Please apply and submit application materials to Also, please note that our Firm has completed its Summer Associate hiring for the summer of 2026, and we are no longer accepting application materials for the summer of 2026.

Summer Associates in 2027 will receive a variety of substantive and challenging work assignments. They will also receive spectator assignments, including attending hearings, depositions, negotiations, client conferences, and other client-related activities. Spectator assignments will be integrated with research and writing assignments. Work product from each assignment will be evaluated by the supervising and assigning attorneys. Summer Associates will also be encouraged to proactively seek feedback from the attorneys with whom they are working. There will be a formal evaluation mid-summer and at the conclusion of the Program.

Compensation: The hiring salary for this position is $160,000 year, pro-rated for time spent at the firm.

Learn more about Burke Warren at :

1. 2L during the 2026-2027 academic year in good standing at ABA-accredited law school, planning to graduate in or before Spring 2028
2. Exceptional academic performance (Top 33% of class);
3. Excellent written and oral communication and legal research skills;
4. Strong teamwork, interpersonal & relationship-building skills and leadership ability, personal and professional accomplishments;
5. Attention to detail;
6. Strategic thinking and thought leadership; and
7. Welcoming change and challenge, with a creative and entrepreneurial spirit.

What to Submit:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Legal writing sample (10-page maximum preferred)
4. Law school transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable).

Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, religion, disability, citizenship status, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status, and any other factor protected by applicable law. Further, Burke Warren takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment, without regard to any of these characteristics. Burke Warren does not tolerate discrimination of any type.

Lateral Link is assisting a repeat client and top-ranked Am Law 25 firm in seeking a private investment funds associate with approximately 2–6 years of experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience advising sponsors on the formation, structuring, and operation of private investment funds, including buyout, growth equity, venture capital, real estate, and credit funds. Relevant experience includes drafting and negotiating fund formation documents such as LPAs, LLC agreements, PPMs, subscription agreements, and side letters, as well as advising on sponsor and investor matters, regulatory considerations, and ongoing fund operations.

This is a sophisticated private funds practice with meaningful cross-office collaboration and regular interaction with leading private equity sponsors, asset managers, and institutional investors. Associates receive substantive responsibility, direct client exposure, and hands-on experience across the full fund lifecycle, along with strong long-term partnership and in-house exit opportunities.

If you are interested and qualified, please submit your resume here or email

The ideal candidate will ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management by providing legal services under the supervision of an attorney. This individual will communicate with the clients in order to serve them adequately. Additionally, this candidate will conduct necessary case research, do efiling and check case dockets.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyers
• Handle communication with clients
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Efiling and docket management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in legal assistance
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
• Strong Computer skills and a willingness to learn

Overview

The Real Estate Paralegal will support the firm’s attorneys in various commercial real estate matters.

Ginsberg Jacobs LLC is a highly experienced and client-focused commercial real estate law firm. We deliver client-focused legal services that are both efficient and of the highest quality.

Ginsberg Jacobs LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise due diligence checklists.
• Complete full title and survey review and synopsis as well as draft objection letters.
• Draft, review, and revise real estate transaction documents, including leases and loan documents, deed and related conveyance documents.
• Draft, review, and revise organizational documents.
• Conduct and review UCC judgment and lien searches.
• Organize, distribute, and compile signature pages for closings.
• Interface directly with client and other business parties to coordinate due diligence, closing and funding.
• Record documents both electronically and in paper format, when required.
• Manage and oversee the preparation and distribution of closing binders and other post-closing deliverables.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• 1500 billable hour target.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Superior client service and communication skills

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• ABA-approved paralegal certificate is required
• 3+ years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal is required
• Experience with Simplifile or an equivalent e-recording platform is preferred

Salary range is $90,000-$140,000. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) employer match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Paid Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. 

The leading western suburban Chicago law firm has an immediate need for an Estate Planning Senior Associate with five or more years of experience to join its Estate Planning Group.

The ideal candidate must have experience working on sophisticated estate planning and estate administration matters, tax planning as well as with providing general business advice.

The ideal candidate must possess excellent drafting skills, a strong financial or accounting background, a deadline-oriented attitude, and a desire to have significant client and referral source interaction.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Only those candidates being offered an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.

Private Wealth Paralegal

The Private Wealth Paralegal is responsible for providing paralegal support and assistance to attorneys in the management, coordination, and administration of all aspects of trusts and estates in probate within established administrative procedures. This position requires appropriate client and advisor contact. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.

Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

The Private Wealth Paralegal can sit in our Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York or Washington D.C. office. Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

Client billable hour requirement: 1,550 hours annually

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Oversee all aspects of trusts and estates in probate.
• Prepare and file probate documents in order to open and/or close estates, as well as prepare all requisite documents relative to trusts and estates in probate.
• Collect and distribute estate/decedent’s assets by contacting banks, brokerage houses, and appraisers.Prepare receipts and releases.Open, establish, and maintain estate checking accounts.
• Compile all information required to prepare gift and estate tax returns.Prepare and file Illinois state and federal estate tax returns including the court inventory.Review completed tax returns, prepare checks, obtain necessary signatures, and forward to the IRS.Forward executed tax returns to accountants; maintain archival files.
• Coordinate asset transfers and funding of trusts.If necessary, communicate with necessary parties relative to appropriate funding.
• Prepare for federal audit or state gift/estate tax audits.
• Research and investigate any requests, problems or issues, and resolve with appropriate parties.
• Prepare initial drafts of client correspondence and memos.
• Responsible for client contact and communication to clients.
• Perform file organization and maintenance.
• Maintain up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• On a case-by-case basis, may supervise the work performed by Project Assistant and/or Paralegal I and II staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the firm’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training, and providing input into the performance appraisal process.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree and five or more years progressive trust administration experience managing all aspects of trust accounts are required, preferably in a law firm environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Legal research knowledge and ability to use law library are required.Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program a plus.
• Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Westlaw and other trust-related databases , Internet research, due diligence, Excel, Access, Outlook, and MS Word preferred. Applicable knowledge of legal and investment terminology with a strong trust administration background and proficiency in West’s Federal Estate Tax program and fiduciary income tax forms and extensions.Ability to prepare federal and state estate tax returns, as well as familiarity with estate and gift tax return software programs, highly desirable.
• Exhibit high degree of initiative with excellent analytical, technical, and critical-thinking skills requiring an aptitude for detail, precision, and logic in order to analyze and research probate trust/estate data, process information, conduct legal research, and perform essential duties.
• Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information.Ability to compile and analyze complex data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e‑mail, or verbally.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information and training, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment.Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position’s responsibilities.
• Ability to identify and analyze probate trust/estate issues and inquiries and to recommend and implement solutions.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and oversee numerous tasks from inception to completion, and ensure work is completed within strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, and adapt to changes in workflow.Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
• Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare probate and trust/estate-related documents and forms, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, and verifying numerical data on forms and documents.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, laser printer, telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, facsimile, etc.
• Ability to occasionally retrieve and distribute files, written documentation and copies, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Ability and availability to travel to other firm locations when required.

For our Chicago Office, the annualized salary range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP 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 status as a protected veteran.