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When we started, 69 percent of our work derived from lawyer referrals. There were three reasons for this:

Weird practice niches. niches. Not everyone has studied the Restatement of Suretyship, as we have for several guaranty lawsuits; the Business Corporation Act, as we have for numerous disputes among shareholders in close corporations; or the Limited Liability Company (LLC) statute, as we have many times because of business litigation between members of an LLC. .

Emergency litigation–temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, or declaratory judgment actions–is another practice niche, and led to our book,Temporary Restraining Orders and Preliminary Injunctions: Handling the Business Emergency (2d ed ABA 2021).

Probably one-third or more of our practice is devoted to plaintiff legal and accounting malpractice actions. Lawyers who can’t or won’t take these cases refer them to us.

We can handle document intensive cases. We like to oppose larger law firms. In general, the stranger the problem, the more likely it is that we can help.

Cooperative efforts. We work one of two ways: jointly with you or as delegated counsel to handle the assignment ourselves. Either way, we work to preserve your client relationship. No poaching.

High quality work and ethics. We have earned the highest (av) rating–very high to preeminent–from the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory, covering the quality and the honesty of our legal work. Most of our lawyers have been designated Illinois SuperLawyers, Leading Lawyers, Rising Stars, or Chambers. Fair and honest billing practices, regular reports, and an objective appraisal of the case are integral parts of our service. We want to make the referring lawyer look good by having suggested us. .

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Our growth has created career opportunities for attorneys and legal professionals of all ages in the Chicagoland area. We offer employees exciting work in a congenial, dynamic environment that encourages learning and growth. Employment at The Patterson Law Firm, LLC is open to anyone regardless of age, sex, race, political preference, gender or national origin.

We are always looking for lawyers who are familiar with the research and creative investigation needed to win complex business lawsuits. Beyond unquestionable personal ethics, the following is a list of qualities that govern our hiring and promotion decisions:

  1.     First-class talent: thorough knowledge of the law, excellent oral and written communication skills, analytical, comfortable with modern technology.
  2.     Creative: able to find solutions to difficult client problems.
  3.     Accountable: gets work done on time and efficiently. Takes responsibility for assignments.
  4.     Cooperative: a team player, including the ability to work with our other lawyers, staff, and clients.
  5.     Competitive: in a trial, someone wins and someone loses. Hard work is necessary and we want winners.
  6.     Confidence-inspiring: this is a blend of enthusiasm, positive attitude, and energy that attracts clients, is trusted by judges and juries, and daunts foes.
  7.     Fun: people who enjoy the work and relate well with each other.

If you are interested in working with us and possess our required qualities, contact us by email, facsimile, or letter. For new or recent graduates, please provide your resume, class rank, a writing sample, and references.  We will verify the facts on your resume and interview your references. For experienced practitioners, send us evidence of the above qualities in the form you think best.

We have a strong point of view on how to work up cases (thoroughly, tenaciously and creatively), interact with opponents (civilly), and present oneself to courts and juries (professionally and honestly).

If you are interested in careers with our Chicago law firm and our Legal Professionals, send an email to marketing@pattersonlawfirm.com. If you are a law student interested in a summer internship, please email dsanders@pattersonlawfirm.com. 

Please provide your resume, your class rank, a writing sample, and references. Follow the links to learn more about our attorneys and our practice areas.