Associate Attorney – Family Law
Chicago, IL
Full-Time | Downtown Chicago
Our client, a boutique family law firm in downtown Chicago, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience, direct client exposure, and the ability to build a strong long-term career in family law.
The ideal candidate is hardworking, curious, coachable, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving litigation environment.
Prior family law experience is helpful, but not required. The firm is open to training the right attorney who brings strong judgment, work ethic, and a genuine desire to become an excellent litigator.
What You’ll Do
- Handle a range of family law matters, including divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities, child support, maintenance, parenting time, and related litigation
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and client communications
- Prepare for and attend court hearings, conferences, mediations, and client meetings
- Work closely with the firm’s principal attorney on strategy, case preparation, and client management
- Manage smaller matters with increasing independence as experience grows
- Learn the practical, strategic, and litigation side of family law in a highly hands-on environment
What We’re Looking For
- Licensed attorney in Illinois
- Strong work ethic and willingness to put in the time required to learn and grow
- Comfortable with litigation, conflict, pressure, and fast-moving case demands
- Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
- High attention to detail and ownership over work product
- Professional confidence and the ability to think on your feet
- Interest in family law and client advocacy
- Prior family law or litigation experience preferred, but not required
Compensation
- Base salary: approximately $95,000–$105,000, depending on experience
- Additional productivity-based compensation for billable hours above weekly expectations
- Additional earning opportunity for associates who originate business
- Strong long-term earning potential for high performers
Benefits & Work Arrangement
- Health insurance offered
- Monday–Thursday in office
- Fridays may be remote
- Office located in downtown Chicago
About the Opportunity
This role is ideal for an attorney seeking substantial courtroom exposure, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop into a highly skilled family law litigator. The firm values initiative, responsiveness, strong advocacy, and attorneys who are motivated to continuously improve and grow professionally.