Commercial Lit Attorney

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Lit Attorney to support a retail food store organization in Batavia, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a licensed attorney who can provide practical legal guidance, manage litigation-related matters, and advise business partners on risk across multiple jurisdictions. The role calls for strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to deliver well-reasoned legal analysis in a fast-paced business environment.
Responsibilities: • Advise business leaders and internal partners on commercial litigation matters, legal exposure, and strategies designed to reduce organizational risk. • Analyze disputes, statutes, case law, and regulatory developments across various jurisdictions, then translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership. • Prepare legal work product such as memoranda, case evaluations, correspondence, reports, and other written analysis related to claims, disputes, and potential liabilities. • Handle pre-litigation activities and support dispute resolution efforts aimed at minimizing costs, operational disruption, and potential legal liability. • Draft, review, and negotiate agreements and other legal documents while serving as a key legal contact for assigned business areas. • Coordinate with outside counsel and external advisors on complex matters, monitor progress, and help ensure legal services are aligned with business objectives. • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support policy development, strengthen legal processes, and improve departmental efficiency. • Track emerging laws, court decisions, and regulatory changes, and communicate meaningful updates to relevant teams in a timely manner. • Review data, project activity, and reported outcomes to identify trends, potential exposures, and opportunities for proactive legal action. • Maintain compliance with company policies, documentation standards, and confidentiality requirements while providing regular status updates on assigned work.

The pay range for this position is 70 to 90. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.• Active license to practice law and ability to work as an attorney in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience in civil or commercial litigation, including dispute assessment and litigation support.
• Strong drafting skills with experience preparing motions, briefs, memoranda, and discovery-related materials.
• Ability to research and interpret statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal trends affecting business operations.
• Proven skill in advising internal stakeholders and communicating complex legal issues clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences.
• Experience managing outside counsel and coordinating legal strategy across multiple matters.
• Strong analytical judgment, organizational ability, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.