Senior Commercial Litigator (Federal Practice)

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced litigator licensed to practice law in the state of Florida

Position Information

Job Title: Senior Commercial Litigator (Federal Practice)

Location: Remote (Chicago-based firm with national practice)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility; travel required as needed for hearings, depositions, mediations, and proceedings

Role Responsibilities

Primary Duties

Independently manage complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution

Handle breach of contract, civil fraud, and other sophisticated business disputes across multiple jurisdictions

Lead litigation strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation

Coordinate with clients, co-counsel, and local counsel for pro hac vice admissions when necessary

Draft and argue substantive motions in federal court

Maintain strong client communication and responsiveness throughout all stages of litigation

Play a central role in case strategy and client relationship management

Typical Day

Managing active litigation matters and case strategy

Drafting motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda

Conducting and defending depositions

Participating in client calls and case status meetings

Coordinating with co-counsel and local counsel in various jurisdictions

Preparing for hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings

Reviewing discovery and developing litigation tactics

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities initially, though mentoring junior attorneys or coordinating with litigation support staff may occur as needed

Qualifications & Experience

Required Experience

Approximately 10+ years of commercial litigation experience

Significant federal court litigation experience, including motion practice and case management

Demonstrated ability to independently run and manage litigation matters

Strong experience handling complex business disputes

Excellent legal writing, analytical, and strategic thinking skills

Proven professionalism, reliability, and responsiveness

Ability to work effectively in a remote, self-directed environment

Must be licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar.

An active Florida Bar license is required.

Candidates must be admitted to practice law in the state of Florida.

Preferred Experience

Experience with general commercial or transactional matters

Portable book of business preferred but not required

Multi-jurisdictional litigation experience strongly preferred

Certifications/Licenses

An active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction is required

Ability to obtain pro hac vice admissions as needed

Technical Skills

Federal court filing systems (CM/ECF)

Legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis

Microsoft Office Suite

Virtual communication and remote collaboration tools

Strong drafting and document management capabilities

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range

Base salary starting at $200,000 annually

Bonus/Commission

Performance bonus opportunity up to $40,000 annually

Additional compensation flexibility for candidates with a portable book of business

Benefits Offered

Remote work flexibility

Sophisticated litigation platform without large-firm bureaucracy

Opportunity for autonomy and ownership of matters

Direct involvement in litigation strategy and client relationships

High-level, substantive commercial litigation practice

Candidate Profile

Key Traits

Self-starter with strong initiative

Strategic thinker with excellent judgment

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Responsive and client-focused

Comfortable operating independently in a remote environment

Professional demeanor and strong communication skills

Preferred Backgrounds

Commercial litigation boutique firms

Business litigation practice groups

Mid-size or large law firm litigation experience

Attorneys seeking autonomy and substantive case responsibility

Must-have vs Nice-to-have

Must-Have:

10+ years of commercial litigation experience

Federal court experience

Independent case management capability

Strong motion practice and litigation strategy experience

Excellent legal writing and analytical skills

Nice-to-Have:

Portable book of business

Transactional or general commercial experience

Multi-jurisdictional litigation background

Trial experience