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Commercial Litigation Associate

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/17/2025
Nelson Mullins, an Am Law 100 law firm, is looking for a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its litigation team in the Chicago office. This is a unique opportunity to join an expanding practice that offers a range of litigation services to clients in a variety of industries.

You’ll be joining a growing and dynamic team situated in the heart of the Windy City. Our Chicago office provides a veteran litigation team focused on commercial litigation, product liability, securities, trade secret and bankruptcy matters. The team also offers clients a strong presence in the energy, aerospace, automobile and life science industries. Chicago holds a large manufacturing footprint, is home to more than 40 national medical and health associations and boasts a growing information technology sector. The largest city in the Midwest is the ideal location for firm attorneys to provide clients with experienced counsel on their litigation needs.

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All candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a copy of their law school transcript as application materials.

You have between 3 to 5 years of meaningful experience in product liability, commercial litigation, and other complex litigation matters. You’re prepared to draft and argue discovery and other motions, take and defend depositions, manage document productions, and bring an entrepreneurial spirit to a growing office. You possess exceptional oral and written advocacy skills with strong academic credentials. You are adept in case management, ready to take the lead, and are admitted to and in good standing with the Illinois Bar.

  • At Nelson Mullins, we are dedicated to transparent and fair compensation practices. Pay for this position is determined by factors such as experience, skills, and location.
    • In Illinois, the salary/wage range is $230,000 - $270,000 annually. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for performance bonuses and benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.
With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared goals.

Salary : $230,000 - $270,000

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