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Attorney/Lawyer

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Employment & Labor Law Attorney to represent a leading college and provide legal counsel across a wide range of matters, with a primary focus on employment and labor relations law. This role will partner closely with Human Resources and academic leadership to ensure compliance and effective labor relations management. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Advise on labor law matters, including grievances, information requests, bargaining agreement inquiries, and union negotiations.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and the Provost’s Office on union-related issues for part-time faculty and staff.</li><li>Provide guidance on employee classification, compensation, and pay-related matters.</li><li>Counsel on real estate and facilities-related legal issues.</li><li>Manage internal investigations and represent the college in administrative hearings (e.g., IDHR, EEOC).</li><li>Advise on employee discipline, discharge, leave, and accommodation issues.</li><li>Oversee employment-related litigation handled by outside counsel.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.</li><li>Provide legal advice on intellectual property, student affairs, privacy, and other higher education matters.</li><li>Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.</li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, highly respected Chicago-based law firm seeking a Corporate Associate to join its growing business transactions practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who wants to work on sophisticated middle-market transactions while maintaining a strong work-life balance in a collaborative and supportive environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Advise clients on a broad range of corporate and transactional matters</li><li>Assist with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and business restructurings</li><li>Draft and negotiate transaction documents and corporate agreements</li><li>Counsel clients on debt and equity offerings</li><li>Advise on entity formation, governance, and organizational structuring</li><li>Work directly with business owners, executives, investors, and private equity clients</li><li>Participate in all phases of complex corporate transactions from inception through closing</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking an Insurance Coverage Attorney to join growing law firm in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will handle complex cases involving innovative legal issues and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical abilities and demonstrated expertise in insurance coverage or commercial liability law. Responsibilities:• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and decision-making.• Draft clear and persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal documentation.• Represent clients in insurance coverage litigation and related matters.• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective case strategies and solutions.• Provide expert guidance on first-party property claims and commercial liability disputes.• Participate in negotiations and mediations to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance coverage laws and regulations.• Manage case files effectively, ensuring all deadlines and compliance requirements are met.• Mentor less experienced attorneys and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented team environment.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Spanish-speaking Attorney to join a growing law firm serving clients with immigration matters in Chicago, Illinois. This permanent opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with asylum experience who is committed to thoughtful client advocacy, strong ethical judgment, and responsive service. The role offers direct client interaction, meaningful courtroom exposure, and the chance to collaborate closely with experienced attorneys while supporting individuals through complex legal proceedings. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meet with clients to evaluate immigration concerns, identify legal options, and recommend appropriate case strategies.</li><li>Draft, review, and refine asylum declarations, pre-hearing statements, motions, and related case materials with accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Conduct legal research and apply findings to case preparation, risk assessment, and client counseling.</li><li>Prepare, organize, and submit filings while tracking deadlines and responding promptly to procedural requirements.</li><li>Represent clients in asylum hearings and other immigration-related proceedings with professionalism and sound advocacy.</li><li>Work closely with senior attorneys to discuss case direction, strengthen legal arguments, and maintain high-quality representation.</li><li>Manage multiple active matters at once while keeping documentation, communications, and case progress well organized.</li><li>Uphold strict ethical standards in every aspect of legal practice and client representation</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Barrington, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join a growing firm in North Barrington, Illinois. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth clients, advising them on intricate estate planning strategies and overseeing trust and estate administration matters. If you are passionate about providing exceptional legal counsel and wish to grow in a collaborative and distinguished law firm, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide strategic counsel to clients on estate planning matters, including tax mitigation, asset protection, and long-term financial goals.</li><li>Draft comprehensive legal documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney tailored to client needs.</li><li>Oversee trust and estate administration, managing tasks like asset valuation, collection, and distribution.</li><li>Prepare and file federal and state estate and gift tax returns with accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Represent clients in probate court proceedings, offering guidance throughout the legal process.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to ensure seamless handling of complex legal cases and client matters.</li><li>Conduct legal research to stay updated on changes in estate planning laws and regulations.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and care.</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Northbrook, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established law firm located in the North Shore suburbs seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join its growing estate planning practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with foundational experience in estate planning and administration to work alongside experienced professionals on complex and meaningful matters. The role offers direct client interaction, mentorship, and long-term growth potential in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support estate and trust administration, including coordination of asset transfers and beneficiary communications</li><li>Advise clients on planning strategies tailored to family goals, tax considerations, and asset protection</li><li>Assist with the preparation of estate and gift tax filings</li><li>Draft customized estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney</li><li>Guide clients through probate and related court processes</li><li>Stay informed on legislative and regulatory developments impacting estate planning</li><li>Participate in client meetings and contribute to strategy discussions</li></ul>
2026-07-03T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Northbrook, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Litigation Attorney with at least two years of experience to join a well-established law firm in Northbrook, Illinois. This role offers meaningful involvement across a broad range of contested matters, including business disputes, estate and trust litigation, employment cases, and other civil proceedings. The attorney selected will take on substantive casework from the outset, with regular exposure to courtroom proceedings, client interaction, and trial preparation in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and revise legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and client correspondence.</li><li>Perform thorough legal research, evaluate case developments, and help shape effective litigation strategies.</li><li>Represent the firm at hearings, depositions, mediations, status conferences, and other litigation-related proceedings.</li><li>Work closely with clients and internal legal teams to gather facts, discuss case direction, and provide matter updates.</li><li>Support all stages of trial readiness, including evidence organization, witness preparation, and courtroom coordination.</li><li>Oversee active case files by tracking deadlines, maintaining documentation, and ensuring timely follow-up on key actions.</li><li>Contribute to the handling of complex commercial and civil litigation matters with sound judgment and strong advocacy skills.</li></ul>
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a full-time Family Law Attorney with 1+ years of experience on behalf of a growing boutique law firm located in downtown Chicago. This opportunity offers a flexible hybrid schedule, a reasonable billable requirement, and the chance to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative family law practice. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal representation to clients in family law cases, including divorce, custody, support, and property division matters.</li><li>Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.</li><li>Attend court proceedings, including hearings, status conferences, and other relevant matters.</li><li>Conduct client consultations, offering guidance and maintaining clear and consistent communication.</li><li>Collaborate with partners and staff to develop and execute effective case strategies.</li><li>Accurately track billable hours and ensure compliance with timekeeping requirements.</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer

Naperville, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a full‑time Attorney to join a growing legal team based in Naperville, Illinois. This role focuses on both litigation and transactional matters supporting condominium and homeowner associations and offers the opportunity to play a meaningful role in community association law. The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation and trial experience, particularly within Cook County, and the ability to manage matters independently. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle litigation matters related to condominium and homeowner associations, including court appearances, depositions, and trial preparation</li><li>Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, pleadings, and discovery responses</li><li>Represent and advocate for community associations, property managers, and insurers</li><li>Manage cases from inception through resolution with minimal supervision</li><li>Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and arguments</li><li>Collaborate directly with clients to understand objectives and deliver practical legal solutions</li><li>Appear in Cook County courts and demonstrate strong written and oral advocacy skills</li><li>Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution efforts</li><li>Apply knowledge of insurance defense litigation practices as appropriate</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Estate Planning Attorney

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
A well-respected, full-service law firm located in downtown Chicago is seeking a thoughtful, client-focused Estate Planning Attorney to join its Trusts & Estates group. This established firm serves individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and family-owned businesses on complex wealth-transfer planning, probate and trust administration, charitable giving, and business-succession strategies. The team prides itself on practical advice, meticulous drafting, and responsive service. Opportunity Highlights:· Immediate responsibility for client relationships, drafting, and matter management· Work directly with high-net-worth clients, closely held businesses, and family offices· Support from experienced partners and dedicated staff Compensation:· Salary: $140,000–$200,000, commensurate with experience (higher considered for candidates with a portable book of business)· Bonus: Based on individual and firm performance Benefits:· Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) with firm contributions, CLE support, and hybrid work flexibility· Access to premium amenities: two-story fitness center, private Peloton rooms, yoga studio, salt cave, massage chairs, golf simulator, and more Key Responsibilities:· Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer planning; develop tailored plans aligning with tax and non-tax objectives· Draft estate planning instruments (wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts—including ILITs, SLATs, GRATs, charitable trusts—powers of attorney, etc.)· Advise on asset titling, beneficiary designations, and coordinated planning across retirement accounts, life insurance, and business interests· Manage probate and trust administrations including court filings, accountings, asset marshaling, creditor claims, and required notices· Guide fiduciaries on duties and risk management; handle trust modifications, decantings, and nonjudicial settlement agreements· Assist with business-succession planning (buy-sell agreements, recapitalizations) in collaboration with corporate/real estate teams· Liaise with clients’ external advisors (CPAs, financial advisors, etc.) on tax compliance and implementation· Conduct legal research, maintain organized files, and ensure timely, accurate billing
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Real Estate Attorney

Naperville, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a well-established boutique law firm located in Naperville that's looking to hire a Real Estate Attorney with at least 2-3+ years of experience to support a diverse practice focused on commercial real estate transactions and land use & zoning matters. The ideal candidate will have prior commercial real estate or land use/zoning experience with a strong interest in handling land use & zoning. This position is paying between $140-250K+ (depending on prior experience with land use & zoning) plus a strong annual bonus and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and more. Our client offers a phenomenal team culture and the opportunity to join a top-tier land use and zoning practice group. Real Estate Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Advise clients on land use, zoning, and entitlement matters, including approvals, variances, and special use permits</li><li>Draft and negotiate real estate purchase and sale agreements, leases, and closing documents</li><li>Represent clients before zoning boards, planning commissions, and city councils, including preparing presentations and advocacy materials</li><li>Coordinate and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, and local government officials</li><li>Assist with formation and structuring of corporate entities (LLCs, corporations) related to real estate holdings</li><li>Conduct legal research and analyze municipal codes, ordinances, and development regulations</li><li>Manage and maintain case files, timelines, and transaction documents</li></ul> For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Conflicts Attorney

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Conflicts Attorney (Chicago Loop – Hybrid) A respected, mid-to-large law firm is seeking a Conflicts Attorney to join its Conflicts team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented attorney who enjoys collaborative work, high-volume analysis, and ensuring compliance with responsibility and legal ethics standards in a sophisticated law firm environment. Under the direction of Conflicts Counsel, this attorney will manage all aspects of the conflicts process, including new business intake and lateral attorney matters, while partnering closely with firm attorneys, the General Counsel’s office, and the broader conflicts team. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review, analyze, and clearly articulate conflicts search results for new matters and lateral attorneys</li><li>Identify potential ethical conflicts and business issues and advise on appropriate resolution strategies</li><li>Collaborate with Conflicts Counsel, General Counsel, attorneys, and conflicts team members to resolve conflicts efficiently</li><li>Support lateral attorney integration, including drafting engagement letters and conflict waivers</li><li>Draft and distribute ethical screen memoranda and establish/manage ethical walls using firm software</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline conflicts processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency</li><li>Assist with training and development of conflicts department staff</li><li>Participate in large-scale review and clean-up of client/matter data and conflicts databases</li><li>Provide responsive, high-level customer service to attorneys and legal support staff</li><li>Travel to firm offices within the U.S. as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Corporate Attorney

Wheaton, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
OverviewA well-established, sophisticated law firm in the Chicago suburbs is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join its collaborative transactional practice. This role is ideal for an attorney seeking to build a long-term career in franchise and corporate law within a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The position offers meaningful autonomy, including responsibility for an existing client base, while working closely with experienced attorneys on complex and engaging matters. The practice is strictly transactional and regulatory – no litigation. Practice FocusThe firm’s corporate practice spans a wide range of general business matters, including:<ul><li>Entity formation and structuring</li><li>Business acquisitions and sales</li><li>Corporate governance</li><li>Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Estate Planning Attorney, Director

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
Estate Planning Attorney, DirectorA respected law firm in the Chicagoland area is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney for a Director-level role to join its estate planning practice. This is an opportunity for a highly skilled attorney with significant experience advising clients on sophisticated estate planning matters.The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of estate planning experience with deep expertise in complex strategies, including high-net-worth estate plans, advanced trust structures, tax-driven planning, business succession, and wealth transfer matters. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Counsel individuals and families on advanced estate planning, trust administration, and wealth preservation strategies</li><li>Manage complex matters involving tax planning, asset protection, charitable giving, and business succession</li><li>Draft and review sophisticated estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney</li><li>Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other legal staff to deliver comprehensive planning solutions</li><li>Mentor attorneys and support the continued growth of the practice</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Municipal & Local Government Attorney

Palos Heights, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Attorney – Municipal & Local Government Are you passionate about representing units of local government and shaping communities in the Chicago metropolitan area? If so, an established law firm with offices in Palos Heights and Elmhurst is looking for an experienced Attorney to join our team. We are a dedicated firm that works with a diverse range of local governmental entities, including municipalities, townships, park districts, and specialty districts. Our practice is focused on providing dynamic legal solutions for zoning, development, property matters, and general corporate transactions. What We’re Looking ForWe are seeking an attorney with:<ul><li>A minimum of 2+ years of experience in municipal/local government law.</li><li>A valid Illinois law license.</li><li>Excellent organizational, research, and writing skills, with a strong attention to detail.</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with clients.</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z