Our close client, a leading Illinois litigation boutique known for their trial work in complex commercial litigation is seeking to hire an associate with 3-5 years of litigation experience. This provides an excellent opportunity for more junior attorneys to get true hands-on litigation experience, including trial work.  It offers close client contact at every seniority level and a work-life balance that can’t be beat.  The ideal candidate will have experience with drafting pleadings, taking and defending depositions, and conducting legal research, among other things.  The candidate must have a solid academic record, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a team, superior judgment, and the ability to work efficiently and decisively. For consideration, please submit your resume to jobs@partners-group.com  (for a full listing of our open positions, please visit http://www.partners-group.com/current-opportunities).