Overview This firm has a dynamic and growing litigation team and is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of litigation experience to join them. This position offers a combination of meaningful client contact, hands-on casework, and mentorship from seasoned litigators in a supportive, fast-moving environment.
The ideal candidate is proactive, driven, and eager to help take cases through all phases such as document drafting, taking and defending depositions, and participation in trial preparation. Background in toxic tort, personal injury matter, or related litigation experience is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities
Manage initial client consultations, onboarding, and ongoing communications.
Draft pleadings, discovery requests/responses, motions, and other litigation documents.
Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts.
Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy.
Prepare cases for trial, including exhibit prep, witness coordination, and trial notebooks.
Work closely with partners, paralegals, and investigators to execute litigation plans.
Travel as needed for depositions, client meetings, and court appearances (some overnight).
Qualifications
JD from an accredited law school.
Active Illinois law license; additional Missouri admission is a plus.
1–3 years of litigation experience (toxic tort/mass tort background valued).
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple deadlines.
Team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive health benefits.
401(k) with employer contribution.
PTO and holidays.
Opportunities for CLE
How to Apply: Apply on-line or send your resume in confidence to lexie.isham@gogpac.com. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Call/Text directly at (785) 727-7959 with any questions about the position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
