Staff Attorney - Litigation (Chicago)

At Taft, we work as one team, driven and committed to helping our clients succeed. A full-service law firm with more than 800 attorneys and 1,400 total on our team, we have the collaborative approach, advanced technological resources, and depth of services that make us a preeminent law firm in the Midwest.

Taft is looking for staff attorneys to join our Litigation group in the Chicago office.

Taft Law is seeking attorneys with 10+ years of experience for our Litigation practice group. The ideal candidates will have experience defending municipalities and government officials against claims brought under 42 U.S.C. 1983, with a working knowledge of constitutional law and criminal procedure, and experience in discovery management. The lawyers may work in the office or remotely.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter, law school transcript, and resume with a full description of relevant experience to Lisa Watson, Chief Recruiting Officer, at lwatson@taftlaw.com.


Taft is a State of Minnesota and City of St. Paul Affirmative Action Employer as required in those jurisdictions. Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.