Jobs in Summit Illinois

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.

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 1 day onsite, downtown near Millennium Park)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation Range: $90,000 – $100,000 / year

Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health coverage and up to $300/month public transportation reimbursement.

About the Organization

A well-established Chicago-based commercial law firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support a busy and growing real estate practice. The firm has a strong reputation in commercial real estate, finance, and litigation, and offers a collaborative environment with a modern office located in the heart of downtown Chicago near Millennium Park.

Due to increased deal activity, the practice is expanding and looking to add additional paralegal support to the team.

Position Summary

The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys throughout the entire real estate transaction lifecycle, including document preparation, due diligence review, and closing coordination. This role works closely with attorneys and senior paralegals to manage transaction documentation, coordinate closing processes, and ensure all pre- and post-closing requirements are completed accurately and on time.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with preparation and review of commercial real estate transactional documents

• Prepare UCC searches and filings, financing statements, releases, and transfer documents

• Review and analyze real estate surveys, title commitments, title policies, and underlying title documents

• Support the full closing process from start to finish, including assembling and organizing closing sets

• Draft and edit transaction documents, loan documents, and correspondence

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

• Ensure all pre-closing preparation and post-closing follow-up tasks are completed in a timely manner

• Coordinate with attorneys and internal teams to track transaction progress and outstanding items

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal (commercial transactions required; residential experience alone is not sufficient)

• Experience managing real estate transactions and closings from start to finish

• Experience with UCC searches and filings

• Strong experience with legal document management systems

• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to quickly learn new systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate

• Experience supporting multiple attorneys within a commercial real estate practice

• Experience preparing and organizing complex closing sets and transaction documentation

Compensation & Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 – $100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Up to $300/month public transportation reimbursement

• Paid time off and holidays

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Collaborative and professional law firm environment in downtown Chicago

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.

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

Personal Injury Attorney Opportunity - Mid-Size Law Firm - Chicago - ONSITE

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 base salary plus bonuses

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• Fully onsite, flexible with family schedules

Details:

• Plaintiff Personal Injury experience
• Licensed to practice in Illinois
• Trial experience preferred

If this role interest you and aligns with your experience, please apply here today on LinkedIn!

Senior Associate or Partner | Boutique Law Firm | Chicago, IL

Details & Benefits:

• Practice Area Focus: looking for candidates with a book in General Corporate Transactional Law and/or Labor & Employment Law
• Compensation: $250,000 - $300,000 base salary plus bonuses (very open to conversation)
• Firm has been around for almost a century with a strong reputation, and today they offer a modern work culture & environment
• Hybrid Schedule (don't track strictly)
• Health Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Malpractice Insurance
• 401k with Profit Sharing Contributions
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Wellbeing team activities
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Paid Professional Dues, CLE, travel costs, etc.
• Firm-wide social events throughout the year

Qualifications:

• No years of experience target necessarily, but must have a portable book of business of roughly $500k in annual revenue
• Targeting the following practice areas: General Corporate Transactional and/or Labor & Employment Law
• Strong job tenure
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills
• Strong academic credentials

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]

POSITION: Manager, Career Strategy- Paralegal Services

HOURS: 9:00 to 5:00 WFH up to 1 day per week

COMPENSATION: $175,000-$200,000, with some potential flexibility

Manager, Career Strategy- Paralegal Services| Global Law Firm | Chicago, IL Our highly prestigious full-service AmLaw 100 law firm client is hiring an experienced Manage, Career Strategy- Paralegal Services. As a leader within the career strategy function, the Manager, Career Strategy – Paralegal Services champions the professional growth, long-term development, and career advancement of paralegal professionals across the firm. This role partners closely with the Director, Career Strategy as well as the paralegal supervisors across offices and serves as a trusted advocate and advisor to paralegals at all levels, designing and driving career pathways, development programming and training, and identifying resources to allow paralegals to meaningfully contribute to their matter teams. In addition to its career development focus, this individual plays a key role in talent management, resource planning, and innovation. The Manager ensures high levels of client satisfaction, team performance, and cross-office collaboration to support firmwide goals and legal service delivery. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and benefit package.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Career Strategy & Development

• Design and implement a firmwide career development framework for paralegals, encompassing structured career pathways, competency models, and clear advancement criteria that align individual growth with firm strategy.
• Lead end-to-end paralegal talent management — from recruitment and onboarding through ongoing development — identifying opportunities that serve both individual career goals and firm needs.
• Oversee the performance evaluation process and establish benchmarking standards that drive consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement across the paralegal population.
• Ensure all paralegals have the resources, tools, and support needed to deliver responsive, high-quality, client-focused service.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and all applicable professional development requirements, including CLE obligations and technical competency standards
• Lead regular meetings across the paralegal population to share updates on firm news and active matters, align on priorities, and drive ongoing training and professional development conversations.

Resource Management

• Optimize resource allocation, project staffing, and workflow processes to maximize efficiency and ensure the right talent is deployed to the right matters.
• Monitor performance metrics and workload distribution to ensure billable hour targets are consistently met, making proactive adjustments as needs shift.
• Serve as a strategic liaison between attorneys, legal teams, and administrative leadership to ensure seamless integration of paralegal resources within case teams and drive opportunities for improved service delivery and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and advocacy for paralegal professionals, aligning team goals with firm priorities, ensuring staffing levels meet business needs while promoting a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Change Management & Innovation

• Champion the use of new technologies and practice-specific tools to enhance productivity and collaboration.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and innovations in legal service delivery; serve as a thought leader within the department and broader firm.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years as a practicing paralegal with a strong preference for trial experience; law firm, government agency, or investigations background also highly valued.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced legal education or training — including a J.D. welcomed.
• Periodic travel to regional offices to support collaboration and projects.
• Proven leadership experience managing legal support teams or paralegal departments in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence, deliver results, and lead high-performing teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology platforms, including SharePoint, Relativity, Opus 2, Lexis/Westlaw, and other trial support software.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid office setting and meet the physical demands of the position.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the highest standards of professional ethics.

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."