Careers - Edelson PC

We care about our people

We work hard to make sure you have the best care and resources to succeed, both inside and outside Edelson. Here’s some of what we offer:

Eat healthy

Our kitchens are stocked and lunches are catered so you’ll have meals and snacks when you need them.
Plan for your future

Our competitive matching retirement plans help you plan for your future.
Be healthy

We support all of your health activities so we offer generous fitness allowances to make it easier (on your pocketbook) to hit the gym.
Take time off when you need

Need time away from work? Take the time you need. We don’t count. In fact, you must take at least two weeks of vacation every year.
Live healthy

Eating healthy and being active is just part of the puzzle. We also offer premium medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
Wear what you want

We want to you to be as comfortable as possible at the firm, so ditch the suit (unless you’re in Court).
New parents

It's important to take the time to bond with your new family, without having to worry about your finances. We offer 4 months full paid leave, with an additional 1 month half pay, and 1 month unpaid when you have a baby.
Office outings

We're actually friends outside of the office. We regularly take trips to the movies, play golf, and have a firm volleyball team that plays in the community weekly.

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Job Title	Type	Location	Learn More
Associate	Attorney	Chicago	More Associate We are currently seeking an associate for a full-time position in our Chicago office. Primary responsibilities will include: case development (including investigating potential tech fraud and privacy-related violations and also overseeing technical assessments of software and hardware), factual and legal research, complaint drafting, client interaction, and discovery matters. Candidates should have the following: Computer/Technical background. Computer science or computer engineering degree preferred. Degree not necessary with other relevant experience. Excellent academic record from a top law school 0-4 years of legal experience. Creative intellect and ability to navigate issues of first impression. Superior writing and research skills mandatory. Apply Now! To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample(s) to [email protected]. Apply
Litigation Associate	Attorney	Chicago	More Litigation Associate If you're interested in working on complex, high-stakes plaintiffs' class, mass, and government enforcement actions, we are currently seeking experienced litigation associates for our Chicago office. Primary responsibilities will include: briefing complex issues of first impression, advanced legal research, and general litigation matters (i.e. court appearances, case management, the negotiation/drafting of settlements). Candidates should have the following: Excellent academic record from a top law school 1–6 years of litigation experience Significant court experience Intellectual creativity and ability to navigate issues of first impression Superior writing and research skills Clerkship experience preferred Apply Now! To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample(s) to [email protected]. Apply
Litigation Associate	Attorney	San Francisco	More Litigation Associate If you're interested in working on complex, high-stakes plaintiffs' class, mass, and government enforcement actions, we are currently seeking experienced litigation associates for our San Francisco office. Primary responsibilities will include: briefing complex issues of first impression, advanced legal research, and general litigation matters (i.e. court appearances, case management, the negotiation/drafting of settlements). Candidates should have the following: Excellent academic record from a top law school 1–6 years of litigation experience Significant court experience Intellectual creativity and ability to navigate issues of first impression Superior writing and research skills Clerkship experience preferred Apply Now! To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample(s) to [email protected]. Apply
Paralegal	Paralegal	Chicago	More Paralegal We are seeking ambitious paralegals to join our Chicago office full-time. The job will require working hand-in-hand with the firm’s lawyers and administrative staff. Responsibilities: Handle online and in-person legal filings in Federal and state courts Cite-check, proof, and finalize legal documents, including drafting Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities Assist with drafting motions, affidavits, discovery, pro hac vice and out-of-state attorney admissions Coordinate service of summonses and subpoenas Help with the management of the firm’s case files, calendar and docketing system Required Qualifications: Knowledge of filing procedures and rules in Cook County and Federal courts Excellent verbal and client service skills Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Sheets Desirable Qualifications: Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies (Bachelor’s degree is preferred) Prior experience at a class action law firm Ability to conduct legal research (i.e., familiarity with Westlaw and PACER) Experience with Bluebook citation Apply Now! To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and transcript to Kelsey McCann by clicking "Apply" below or emailing [email protected]. Apply
Summer Associate	Summer Associate		More Summer Associate Looking to work on complex, high-stakes litigation—but in a "start-up" atmosphere with casual dress, catered lunches, and where you get to be on the right side of issues you believe in? We offer summer associates the opportunity to work on cutting edge issues of first impression involving class, mass, and governmental actions. From privacy cases against companies like Facebook and Clearview, to wildfire and environmental mass torts, to actions, to litigation involving the embezzlement of funds by a now disbarred (but formerly prominent) fellow plaintiff's attorney, our cases have a lasting impact on our clients and on plaintiff's work more generally. Benefits & Responsibilities: Exposure to all aspects of litigation, from pre-trial motion practice to high-level case strategy and decision-making Opportunity to work on key or novel issues Substantive legal writing experience in a firm environment Competitive pay Flexible scheduling Apply Now! To apply, please send your resume, transcript, writing sample, and cover letter to Kelsey McCann by clicking "Apply" below or emailing [email protected]. Apply

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We care about our people

We work hard to make sure you have the best care and resources to succeed, both inside and outside Edelson. Here’s some of what we offer:

Eat healthy

Plan for your future

Be healthy

Take time off when you need

Live healthy

Wear what you want

New parents

Office outings

Find your job here

Associate

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Litigation Associate

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Litigation Associate

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Paralegal

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Summer Associate

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