Consumer Law Attorney

Candidate can work in Austin, TX (preferred) or Downtown Chicago.

Day to Day:
Advise clients about their legal rights in areas such as Consumer Protection Law.
Consult with clients to understand their concerns and assess the validity of their claims.
Prepare and draft legal documents, such as complaints, briefs, and other pleadings to be filed with the court.
Gather evidence to formulate a defense or initiate legal actions, by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain facts of a case.
Negotiate settlements of civil disputes:
Advocate for changes in laws and regulations that will better protect consumers.
Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
Collaborate closely with Partner of the firm on all current and upcoming cases.
Light supervision of Paralegals / Legal Assistants on team. No supervisory experience required.

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Must Haves:
Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) from accredited U.S. law school .
Licensed in state of residence (IL or TX).
5+ years of experience as a Consumer Law Attorney.
Experience in civil or commercial litigation cases.
Personal injury case experience.
Excellent communication, leadership skills, and ability to take on responsibilities outside scope of role.
Comfortable working onsite in Chicago or Austin highly preferred (possibly would accept a remote candidate in TX).

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.