Careers
Celebrating its 75th year in existence, Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered has earned and maintained its reputation as one of the most successful firms in Chicago. Prolific in both its trial results and in its appellate work, Pretzel & Stouffer is always looking to add ne teammates to its collaborative work environment. Please see the career opportunities listed below.
SUMMER ASSOCIATE PROGRAM
Pretzel & Stouffer is now accepting applications from qualified second-year law students for the firm’s 2024 summer associate program. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and writing skills, an interest in all areas of civil litigation, and a vision for starting their legal career in the Chicago legal market. Applicants should send a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample to careers@pretzel-stouffer.com before October 27, 2023 (applications received after October 27, 2023 will not be considered
LATERAL ATTORNEYS
We are always looking for talented lateral attorneys to join our dynamic, fast paced, and growing litigation firm. We aim to provide the right fit for your growing practice, offering an energetic and collaborative work environment and regular training for your professional growth. Candidates must have an excellent academic record, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a strong work ethic. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to recruiting@pretzel-stouffer.com.
Current Opportunities
Catastrophic Injury and Product Liability
Pretzel & Stouffer is currently seeking a litigation associate to add to its trial team. Once hired, the candidate will work to defend high-exposure involving catastrophic injury and product liability matters during all phases of litigation, including specifically expert discovery and trial. Responsibilities will include developing expert witness and trial strategy, conducting and defending depositions, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, and representing clients during courtroom appearances and arguments. Qualifications: 1+ years’ experience in civil litigation with experience practicing in Cook County and its collar counties preferred. Excellent research skills, writing skills and verbal communication required. Illinois license is mandatory.
Non-Profit Defense and Commercial Litigation
Pretzel & Stouffer is currently seeking a litigation associate to add to its practice representing both non-profit organizations and commercial entities in civil litigation, class actions, employment disputes, and tort matters in the Chicago area. Responsibilities will include courtroom appearances, strategy development for discovery, trial, and dispositive motions, conducting and defending depositions, conducting legal research, and preparing briefs. Qualifications: 3+ years’ experience. Excellent research skills, writing skills and verbal communication required, and experience working with non-profit entities is preferred. Illinois license is mandatory.
Medical Negligence Associate Attorney
Celebrating its 75th year in existence, Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered has earned and maintained its reputation as one of the most successful firms in Chicago. Prolific in both its trial results and in its appellate work, Pretzel & Stouffer is looking to add a new associate to its collaborative team.
Pretzel & Stouffer is currently seeking a litigation associate for its professional liability/medical negligence group. Once hired, the candidate will be working in a hybrid office/remote setting to defend high-exposure matters during all phases of litigation to represent and defend hospitals, health systems, long-term care facilities, and individual healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include developing expert witness and trial strategy, conducting and defending depositions, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and dispositive motions, and representing clients during courtroom appearances and arguments. Qualifications: 2 to 6 years’ practice in civil litigation with experience in conducting and defending depositions preferred. Excellent research skills, writing skills, and verbal communication required. Illinois license is mandatory. Indiana license is a benefit.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered regularly hires experienced legal staff to provide support to our attorneys, and to assist on providing high caliber representation to our clients. If you are interested in joining our team please send a cover letter and resume to careers@pretzel-stouffer.com.
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