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14 results for Patent Agent in Wheaton, IL
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Employment & Labor Law Attorney</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 170000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is working with a highly respected boutique law firm in downtown Chicago that is seeking a full-time Real Estate Attorney with 3–5+ years of experience. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated commercial real estate work, close partner collaboration, and a hands‑on role within a tight‑knit team. The position offers the caliber of big‑law transactional work combined with the flexibility, mentorship, and culture of a boutique environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support partners on a variety of commercial real estate matters</li><li>Drafting and negotiating LLC agreements and related organizational documents</li><li>Draft and revise provisions of transactional documents</li><li>Conduct and manage due diligence, including title and survey review</li><li>Coordinate directly with clients, lenders, opposing counsel, and additional transaction parties</li><li>Oversee closing logistics</li><li>Assembling closing sets, tracking execution, and ensuring required signatures</li><li>Provide practical, solutions‑driven support on ongoing client needs</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is looking for a Litigation Attorney to join a respected mid-sized law firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role is suited for a lawyer who can advise employers on workplace matters while also managing employment and commercial disputes through litigation. The position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a flexible hybrid schedule and a practice that values strong advocacy, sound judgment, and client-focused counsel.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Represent clients in employment-related disputes before state and federal courts as well as administrative agencies.</li><li>Provide practical legal guidance on workplace issues, including policy interpretation, risk management, and day-to-day employment matters.</li><li>Prepare, revise, and maintain employee handbooks, workplace policies, and related documentation to support compliance efforts.</li><li>Handle commercial litigation matters involving complex business disputes from case assessment through resolution.</li><li>Draft persuasive motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal filings with a high degree of accuracy and strategic focus.</li><li>Manage discovery activities, including document review, written responses, depositions, and coordination with clients and opposing counsel.</li><li>Conduct legal research and develop case strategies that align with client objectives and procedural requirements.</li><li>Oversee an active caseload independently while maintaining consistent communication with clients, colleagues, and relevant stakeholders.</li></ul>
- 2026-04-27T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 125000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
- 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
- Palos Heights, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Attorney – Municipal/Local Government Law</strong></p><p> </p><p>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 <strong>Attorney</strong> to join our team.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><p>We are seeking an attorney with:</p><ul><li>A <strong>minimum of 2+ years of experience in municipal/local government law.</strong></li><li>A valid <strong>Illinois law license</strong>.</li><li><strong>Excellent organizational, research, and writing skills</strong>, with a strong attention to detail.</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with clients</li></ul>
- 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 140000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and decision-making.</p><p>• Draft clear and persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal documentation.</p><p>• Represent clients in insurance coverage litigation and related matters.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective case strategies and solutions.</p><p>• Provide expert guidance on first-party property claims and commercial liability disputes.</p><p>• Participate in negotiations and mediations to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance coverage laws and regulations.</p><p>• Manage case files effectively, ensuring all deadlines and compliance requirements are met.</p><p>• Mentor less experienced attorneys and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented team environment.</p>
- 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z
- Northbrook, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
- 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
- 2026-04-02T00:00:00Z
- Naperville, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
- 2026-04-08T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are partnering with a top‑tier plaintiffs’ personal injury law firm with 30+ attorneys across multiple offices to hire an experienced <strong>Litigation Attorney</strong> for its Chicago team. This is an excellent opportunity for a courtroom‑confident attorney who wants hands‑on trial exposure, strong leadership support, and competitive compensation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>The Litigation Attorney will manage a full personal injury caseload from filing through trial, regularly appearing before judges and juries. The firm is open to attorneys with 4+ years of personal injury litigation experience who bring strong trial readiness and hands‑on litigation skills.</p>
- 2026-04-20T00:00:00Z
- Park Ridge, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 125000 - 155000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Park Ridge, IL to identify a <strong>Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney</strong> to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking long-term professional growth in a collaborative, client-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle complex commercial litigation matters in Illinois state and federal courts</li><li>Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and dispositive filings</li><li>Manage discovery, including large document productions and data review</li><li>Prepare and defend depositions and participate in ADR proceedings</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, hearings, and appeals</li><li>Work closely with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-04-16T00:00:00Z
- Wheaton, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>A well-established, sophisticated law firm in the Chicago suburbs is seeking a <strong>Corporate Associate Attorney</strong> 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 <strong>strictly transactional and regulatory</strong> – no litigation.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Practice Focus</strong></p><p>The firm’s corporate practice spans a wide range of general business matters, including:</p><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>
- 2026-04-27T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a third-party specialty insurance company located in downtown Chicago who is seeking to hire a <strong>Claims Attorney</strong> with at least 2-3+ years of experience handling insurance claims. This third-party specialty insurance company handles complex environmental, asbestos, and other latent type insurance claims. The ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience with environmental, asbestos, and insurance defense or coverage claims. Salary for this role is paying between <strong>$90-105K plus a 5% annual bonus</strong> while working on a <strong>40-hour work week</strong>. In addition, the company offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including M/D/V, generous PTO, 401k (plus match), LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more. This position will work on a hybrid schedule after the initial onboarding period. If you're looking to take your career in-house and get away from billable requirements, then this is the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Claims Attorney Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Analyze, investigate, and evaluate new loss notices and claim tenders.</li><li>Partner with policy search teams to locate copies of alleged coverage, as appropriate.</li><li>Timely assess and position claims under applicable primary, umbrella, and excess policies.</li><li>Coordinate the retention of defense counsel in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Develop and align defense strategies with insureds, defense counsel, and participating carriers.</li><li>Proactively manage claim resolution, including active participation in mediations within assigned settlement authority.</li><li>Collaborate with the reinsurance team to provide notice of new claims, updates on existing matters, and responses to reinsurer inquiries.</li><li>Work closely with in‑house Legal and management to manage declaratory judgment actions, including strategy development, settlement valuation, and approval of settlement authority.</li><li>Partner in establishing and maintaining appropriate claim reserves.</li><li>Ensure timely processing of payments, including accurate allocation across applicable policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate and thorough claim documentation in accordance with established guidelines and systems.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
- 2026-04-29T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a mid-sized boutique law firm that's seeking a <strong>Litigation Attorney</strong> with 2-5 years of civil litigation experience to join their team. This firms specializes in the areas of complex civil litigation, including professional liability, construction disputes, product liability, insurance defense, insurance coverage, serious personal injury, and wrongful death. The ideal candidate should have handled multiple aspects of civil litigation including experience taking and defending depositions, drafting pleadings and motions, trial preparation, and legal research. This position is paying between <strong>$125-150K plus bonus</strong> and phenomenal benefits including medical (100% of cost covered by firm) dental, vision, 401k + match, LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, and more.. In addition, the position will be working on a <strong>flexible hybrid WFH schedule</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Analyze insurance policies and factual records to prepare clear, well-supported coverage opinions and recommendations.</li><li>Manage litigation matters involving insurance coverage and civil defense issues from initial case assessment through resolution.</li><li>Conduct and defend depositions involving parties, witnesses, and expert witnesses in contested matters.</li><li>Draft persuasive motions, briefs, and other legal filings for court proceedings and case strategy.</li><li>Oversee discovery activities, including written discovery, document review, and case development planning.</li><li>Represent clients in hearings, motion arguments, and other litigation-related proceedings as needed.</li><li>Assist with trial readiness by organizing evidence, preparing witnesses, and supporting overall case presentation.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and clients on claims involving construction, casualty, liability, civil rights, personal injury, and wrongful death matters.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><u>How to Apply:</u></strong></p><p>For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert - VP, Recruiting Manager - Permanent Placement at <strong><u>justin . rambert @ robert half com</u></strong></p>
- 2026-04-29T00:00:00Z