Senior Employment & Class Action Litigation Attorney - Remote (Illinois)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPay :$175,000.00 - $250,000.00 per yearWhy This Is a Great OpportunityPlay a senior role in high-impact wage-and-hour, employment, and consumer class actions against regional, national, and Fortune 500 employersHelp anchor your firm's expansion into the Chicago market while working fully remote with occasional travelTake real ownership of complex litigation-strategy, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearancesCompetitive compensation ($130,000-$250,000DOE), strong benefits, and clear leadership and growth potentialLocation :Remote, based out of Illinois with a focus on the Chicago market.You'll work from home while collaborating closely with a multi-state team and traveling occasionally for hearings, depositions, mediations, and key firm events.Note :You must be licensed to practice law in Illinois, have strong civil litigation experience (including discovery, motion practice, and depositions), and be comfortable working remotely full-time with occasional travel.About Our Client Our client is a rapidly growing plaintiff-side law firm with a powerhouse reputation in wage-and-hour, employment, consumer rights, and class action litigation.They prosecute complex class and representative actions against regional, national, and Fortune 500 companies, and have recovered millions for thousands of workers and consumers.As they expand into Illinois, they are building a strong Chicago-focused practice and need seasoned litigators who share their commitment to justice and client advocacy.Job DescriptionServe as a Senior Associate Attorney on wage-and-hour, employment, and consumer class and representative actions in Illinois and federal courtsLead and manage all phases of complex civil litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediation, and trial preparationDraft, edit, and argue substantive motions, including dispositive and class-related motions, in state and federal courtsTake and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts, and prepare clients and witnesses for testimonyDevelop and execute case strategy in collaboration with firm leadership and junior team membersAppear remotely and in person for court hearings, conferences, and other proceedings as neededMentor junior attorneys and staff, helping to develop best practices and strengthen the Illinois practiceTravel occasionally for hearings, depositions, mediations, and internal meetingsQualificationsLicensed to practice law in Illinois and in good standingSeveral years of civil litigation experience, ideally 5years, including substantial discovery, motion practice, and taking / defending depositionsPrior experience with class actions, complex litigation, and / or wage-and-hour or employment matters strongly preferredExcellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills with a strategic, detail-oriented approachProven ability to independently manage complex cases and a busy litigation docket in a remote environmentProfessional, steady work history and strong client-facing skillsPositive, team-oriented attitude and an interest in helping grow a high-performing, plaintiff-side practice in IllinoisWhy You'll Love Working HereYou'll have a visible, senior role in building out a new geographic market for a well-established plaintiff-side firmYou'll collaborate with a collegial group of experienced litigators who value mentorship, high-quality advocacy, and work with purposeYou'll receive competitive senior-level compensation ($130,000-$250,000depending on experience and impact), plus medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and support for ongoing professional development. Experience: 5 years required