Income Partner – Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 3 Days In Office)
Compensation: $175,000 – $190,000 DOE + Comprehensive Benefits
Our client, a well-established and highly respected Chicago-based law firm, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice at the Income Partner level.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 7–10 years of litigation experience and a portable book of business who is looking to continue growing their practice in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. The firm offers sophisticated legal work, strong cross-practice collaboration, and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships while maintaining an excellent quality of life.
The Opportunity
Join a respected Chicago law firm with a long history of representing businesses, financial institutions, municipalities, and individuals in complex litigation matters.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation background, an established portable book of business, and a proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships. You'll have the autonomy to continue building your practice while working alongside experienced attorneys who value collaboration, client service, and long-term success.
This is an opportunity for an attorney who wants to continue growing an established practice while working in a collaborative environment that encourages entrepreneurship, cross-practice collaboration, and direct client engagement. Attorneys have the flexibility to build their practice with the support of experienced colleagues and a firm that values long-term relationships over short-term results.
The firm encourages collaboration across practice groups and provides meaningful opportunities to expand client relationships while working on sophisticated legal matters.
The Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice represents clients in a broad range of matters, including:
Business & Commercial Litigation
Corporate & Partnership Disputes
Environmental Litigation
Family Law
Intellectual Property Litigation
Municipal Law & Land Use
Securities Litigation
Attorneys work closely with clients throughout every stage of litigation, from early case strategy and dispute resolution through trial and appeal.
Responsibilities
Manage sophisticated litigation matters from inception through resolution.
Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal filings.
Manage large-scale document productions and discovery.
Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with clients and fellow attorneys.
Continue growing an existing book of business while building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to identify opportunities to better serve clients.
Contribute to the continued growth of the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar.
7–10 years of litigation experience.
Portable book of business required.
Minimum portable book of business of approximately $500,000–$600,000.
Experience handling sophisticated commercial litigation matters.
Strong experience with discovery, motion practice, oral arguments, and complex document productions.
Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish, grow, and maintain client relationships.
Strong academic credentials preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Income Partner opportunity with a respected Chicago law firm.
Hybrid work environment (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
Sophisticated litigation matters across multiple industries and practice areas.
Opportunity to continue growing an established practice.
Strong cross-selling opportunities with corporate, real estate, estate planning, tax, and other practice groups.
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.
Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility.
Support from experienced attorneys and professional staff.
Annual billable expectation of 1,600 hours.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
A firm that values collaboration, client service, long-term relationships, and work-life balance.
Long-Term Partnership Growth
This role offers a genuine opportunity for long-term advancement. The firm has a strong history of promoting Income Partners to Equity Partner and provides opportunities for attorneys to expand their leadership roles while continuing to build their practices.
The firm is known for its collaborative culture, approachable leadership, and commitment to providing attorneys with the resources and autonomy to build successful, long-term practices.
Current Income Partners serve as:
Practice Group Leaders
Members of firm committees
Mentors to junior attorneys
Contributors to firm strategy and growth
Attorneys looking to expand both their practice and their leadership within the firm will find a platform that supports long-term professional success.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary of $175,000–$190,000, depending on experience.
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Wellness programs and additional firm-sponsored benefits.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with a current resume. As part of the evaluation process, candidates may be asked to provide:
Cover Letter
Resume/Profile
Law School Transcripts
Interview Process
First Interview: Virtual interview with the Practice Group Leader
Final Interview: In-person interviews with four attorneys from different practice areas (approximately 30 minutes each; allow approximately three hours total).
Submittal Materials
Cover Letter
Resume/Profile
Law School Transcripts
