Job Description
*Associate Attorney – Family Law*
*Bolingbrook & Chicago Offices*
*We’re growing again—and this is your chance to grow with us.*
*We are seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our expanding team with a primary role in Chicago. If you want to make a meaningful impact on clients’ lives, develop your skills in a supportive yet challenging environment, and become part of a forward-thinking and rapidly growing practice, this is the place for you.*
*Why Join Us?*
* *Prestige & Purpose: Work for a leading litigation law firm in Illinois*
* *Professional Growth: Handle substantive matters from day one with mentorship and training from respected senior attorneys*
* *Flexibility: Enjoy a balanced hybrid schedule with both in-office collaboration and work-from-home options*
* *Culture & Support: Be part of a dynamic workplace that values collaboration, balance, and professional development*
* *Compensation & Rewards: Competitive pay, incentives, and comprehensive benefits*
* *Long term opportunities: "Partners" is in our name, we want all of our associates to be with us for the long term and to grow with us, including on a partnership track.*
*Primary Responsibilities*
*The Associate Attorney will manage a diverse caseload of family law matters, including:*
* *Divorce, legal separation, and parentage cases*
* *Allocation of parental responsibilities, spousal maintenance, and child support*
* *Orders of protection and other related family law disputes*
*Key duties include:*
* *Representing clients in routine court appearances and hearings*
* *Drafting and arguing motions*
* *Conducting legal research and writing*
* *Engaging in settlement negotiations*
* *Maintaining consistent and professional client communication*
*Assist other attorneys with case strategy and preparation for contested matters. *
*Cover for other attorneys in court on other types of matters as well - we work as a team!*
*Qualifications*
* *Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar*
* *3+ years of experience practicing as a family law attorney*
* *Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills*
* *Strong advocacy skills, professionalism, and a genuine passion for family law*
* *Bilingual (Spanish and English, preferred not required)*
* *Ability to bill and collect 120 hours a month (we have the work). *
*Compensation & Benefits*
*The anticipated base compensation range for this position is between $90,000 and $130,000 per year, plus bonuses based on revenue generated and additional bonuses based on cases brought into the firm. This range reflects the potential base pay for the role; actual compensation will be determined based on additional factors such as experience, education, skills and overall ability.*
*Giamanco Law Partners also offers competitive comprehensive benefits, including:*
* *Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)*
* *IRA with employer contribution *
* *Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays*
* *Life Insurance*
* *Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid schedules*
* *Paid ARDC renewal fees*
* *Paid marketing/networking expenses*
* *Paid bar membership fees*
* *Opportunity for firm wide team building travel to a location like Mexico*
*Applicants must be currently licensed to practice law within the state of Illinois. We will not consider applicants who have not yet passed the bar or who are not licensed in Illinois.*
*Applicants must also have reliable transportation as we handle cases not only in Cook County but throughout the suburbs. *
*Applicants should be capable of handling basic family law matters with minimal supervision.*
*To apply send a resume and cover letter addressing your interest in the position, experience in family law and salary expectations.*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
* Chicago, IL 60602 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Chicago, IL 60602: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60602
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Relocation,