Senior Commercial Litigator (Federal Practice)

Position Overview Seeking an experienced litigator licensed to practice law in the state of Florida Position Information Job Title: Senior Commercial Litigator (Federal Practice) Location: Remote (Chicago-based firm with national practice) Employment Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility; travel required as needed for hearings, depositions, mediations, and proceedings Role Responsibilities Primary Duties Independently manage complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution Handle breach of contract, civil fraud, and other sophisticated business disputes across multiple jurisdictions Lead litigation strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation Coordinate with clients, co-counsel, and local counsel for pro hac vice admissions when necessary Draft and argue substantive motions in federal court Maintain strong client communication and responsiveness throughout all stages of litigation Play a central role in case strategy and client relationship management Typical Day Managing active litigation matters and case strategy Drafting motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda Conducting and defending depositions Participating in client calls and case status meetings Coordinating with co-counsel and local counsel in various jurisdictions Preparing for hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings Reviewing discovery and developing litigation tactics Supervisory Responsibilities No direct supervisory responsibilities initially, though mentoring junior attorneys or coordinating with litigation support staff may occur as needed Qualifications & Experience Required Experience Approximately 10+ years of commercial litigation experience Significant federal court litigation experience, including motion practice and case management Demonstrated ability to independently run and manage litigation matters Strong experience handling complex business disputes Excellent legal writing, analytical, and strategic thinking skills Proven professionalism, reliability, and responsiveness Ability to work effectively in a remote, self-directed environment Must be licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar. An active Florida Bar license is required. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in the state of Florida. Preferred Experience Experience with general commercial or transactional matters Portable book of business preferred but not required Multi-jurisdictional litigation experience strongly preferred Certifications/Licenses An active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction is required Ability to obtain pro hac vice admissions as needed Technical Skills Federal court filing systems (CM/ECF) Legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis Microsoft Office Suite Virtual communication and remote collaboration tools Strong drafting and document management capabilities Compensation & Benefits Pay Range Base salary starting at $200,000 annually Bonus/Commission Performance bonus opportunity up to $40,000 annually Additional compensation flexibility for candidates with a portable book of business

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Offered Remote work flexibility Sophisticated litigation platform without large-firm bureaucracy Opportunity for autonomy and ownership of matters Direct involvement in litigation strategy and client relationships High-level, substantive commercial litigation practice Candidate Profile Key Traits Self-starter with strong initiative Strategic thinker with excellent judgment Highly organized and detail-oriented Responsive and client-focused Comfortable operating independently in a remote environment Professional demeanor and strong communication skills Preferred Backgrounds Commercial litigation boutique firms Business litigation practice groups Mid-size or large law firm litigation experience Attorneys seeking autonomy and substantive case responsibility Must-have vs Nice-to-have Must-Have: 10+ years of commercial litigation experience Federal court experience Independent case management capability Strong motion practice and litigation strategy experience Excellent legal writing and analytical skills Nice-to-Have: Portable book of business Transactional or general commercial experience Multi-jurisdictional litigation background Trial experience Apply To This Job