Associate Attorney; Illinois Bar

Have you been thinking about taking your legal career in a different direction? Tired of having to focus on metrics like billable hours rather than on your professional growth? Eager to take control of your own career and take on new responsibilities and challenges? Would you like to develop deep expertise in a field of law and be trained and mentored by experts?

Then here's a great opportunity for you as an Associate Attorney with Siegel Jennings Property Tax Law supporting our Chicago practice. The ideal candidate will be available to work remote in IL, PA, or OH and must be licensed to practice law within the state of Illinois.

Our successful and growing property tax-focused law firm consists of approximately 15 attorneys and 30 professionals across 4 cost centers in 4 geographic locations (Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburgh).

The attorneys and professionals of Siegel Jennings advocate for fair property taxation on behalf of all taxpayers, striving to achieve results and provide long-term strategies that ensure sustainable economic growth. With 50+ years of experience, Siegel Jennings employs its field-leading skill and highest professional standards in pursuit of our clients’ interests.

• We are relentless
• We take ownership
• We do the right thing
• We bring a positive attitude
• We believe no job is too small

• Legal research and writing
• Drafting and responding to discovery, pleadings, motions, briefs and petitions
• Handling a volume litigation caseload that does include some litigation
• Travel throughout Illinois 102counties for administrative and court appearances and to our other offices
• Appearing at administrative hearings throughout Illinois and at trial court conferences, oral arguments and evidentiary hearings
• Attending real estate valuation training provided by the firm. Also attend local and national industry conferences, as requested.

• Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Illinois and be in good standing
• Attorneys should have 3-7 years of experience, preferably within the property tax field
• Strong work ethic and be eager for opportunities for professional growth
• Detail-oriented, meets deadlines and effectively manages a full caseload, working independently in a supportive environment and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; polished presenter and public speaker