About the Position
High-level litigation and a genuinely collegial BigLaw culture aren’t mutually exclusive. This opportunity offers both.

Our client, a leading global law firm known for its sophisticated work and collaborative, low-ego environment, is seeking a midlevel associate to join its highly regarded ERISA Litigation practice.

The team handles complex, often cutting-edge disputes involving retirement plans, fiduciary responsibilities, investment fees, and employee benefits, including significant class action litigation. You’ll work alongside accomplished litigators who focus on ERISA disputes, with access to the firm’s broader strengths in appellate litigation, securities litigation, fiduciary counseling, and tax controversy.

For an associate who enjoys challenging legal questions, persuasive writing, and substantive litigation responsibility, this is an opportunity to develop a specialized practice without sacrificing the breadth and resources of a major global firm.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Sophisticated, high-stakes litigation: Work on complex ERISA disputes, class actions, and evolving legal issues involving major employers, financial institutions, and fiduciaries.
• A genuinely collegial BigLaw culture: Join a firm known for its approachable attorneys, collaborative teams, and an environment where sharp elbows aren’t part of the culture.
• Develop a valuable specialty: Build on your general litigation foundation while developing expertise in a complex and growing area of law.
• Exceptional resources and collaboration: Work with dedicated ERISA litigators and draw on the firm’s appellate, securities, tax, and fiduciary counseling practices.
• Meaningful responsibility: Take on substantive litigation assignments, develop sophisticated legal arguments, and work closely with experienced attorneys on significant matters.

Who We’re Looking For
• 3-5 years of sophisticated litigation experience, including some exposure to ERISA matters.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills, with experience drafting complex briefs, motions, and other court filings.
• Experience managing discovery and preparing for or participating in depositions.
• Strong academic credentials and litigation experience at a leading law firm or comparable practice.
• Federal or state judicial clerkship experience strongly preferred.
• Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and an interest in developing a sophisticated ERISA litigation practice.

Location
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation
Anticipated base salary range: $260,000 – $365,000.