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Tressler LLP

Associate Attorney - Litigation

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Work
Hybrid
Employment
Not stated
Level
Entry level
Function
Legal & compliance
Pay
$136K – $146K a year
Posted
2 weeks ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $146K a year, is about the median of $145K for entry level legal jobs in Chicago (middle half $94K – $150K, 14 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

Litigation Attorney – Associate

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled litigation attorney with 3 years of experience to join our Chicago, Illinois office as an Associate.

Our dynamic Litigation Group is known for its comprehensive approach to handling matters related to complex insurance claims analysis and representing clients in high-stakes litigation cases.

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about delivering exceptional legal services. The candidate does not need to have a book of business. This position is hybrid in our Chicago, Illinois office.

Essential job duties include

  • Overseeing complex insurance coverage litigation and managing multiple cases from intake through settlement or trial.
  • Developing and implementing litigation strategies and budgets.
  • Conducting and defending depositions and arguing dispositive motions.
  • Providing strategic legal advice to clients in business, professional liability, and employment disputes.
  • Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements.
  • Assisting with marketing and business development efforts to drive firm growth and strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications

  • Active Illinois bar license (Required)
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

3 years of Litigation experience (Required)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills

Featured Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible schedule

Interview Process Timeline

Application

Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter using Easy Apply above.

Screening Call

Our HR Director will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-minute phone screening.

In-Person or Virtual Interview

Here you’ll meet the hiring team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a

good culture fit for the firm.

Offer

Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer

to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

We are a full-service, modern law firm located in ten cities across the country. We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming, professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a positive work environment. We have been successful for more than 39 years because of our wonderful team.

Tressler has been named to the prestigious U.S. News and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past five years and we are “Client Recommended” by A.M. Best. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.

Salary Commensurate with experience ($136,000 - $146,000)

Salary commensurate with experience

$136,000—$146,000 USD

Source

Posted by Tressler LLP on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:44 UTC; the original is the reference.

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