Attorney Jobs in Chicago, IL

Correa Law is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented, Spanish-speaking Associate Attorney to join our growing team. In this role, you will connect deeply with our Spanish-speaking clients, providing them with exceptional legal guidance and compassionate advocacy.

We believe in empowering our team to do their best work. You will collaborate alongside experienced professionals who are genuinely committed to your mentorship, professional development, and long-term career success. If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can build lifelong client relationships, sharpen your legal expertise, and make a real impact under a standard of excellence, we want to hear from you.

$65,000 - $105,000 yearly

• Estate Planning: Meet with clients and help design customized estate plans.
• Courtroom Advocacy: Appear on court calls for estate administration and guardianship cases.
• Litigation Support: Handle contested proceedings, including Will Contests, Citations to Recover, and heirship evidentiary hearings.
• Estate & Trust Administration: Prepare informal estates, manage trust administration tasks, and utilize firm templates to build comprehensive legal strategies.
• File Management: Maintain and manage independent client files from intake to resolution, working seamlessly within our firm's manual and systems.

Critical Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois, OR a recent law graduate scheduled to sit for the July 2026 Illinois Bar Exam.
• Language: Professional fluency in Spanish and English is required to serve our primary target market.

Core Skills:

• Obsession with details and a high level of organization.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
• A natural multi-tasker with sharp problem-solving abilities ("thinking on your feet").

At Correa Law, we don't just practice law—we build a community. We believe that a law firm should be a place where both clients and our team members thrive. Our culture is built on a foundation of mutual respect, continuous learning, and shared success.

Here is what we live by every day:

• People-First Integrity: We treat everyone—our team, clients, and our vendors—with absolute transparency and deep respect. We believe in open communication and an environment free of politics.
• A Commitment to Your Growth: We want you to prosper. We actively invest in your professional development through continuous education, mentoring, and training. If you have the drive to learn, we will provide the tools to help you grow.
• A Standard of Excellence: We take immense pride in our work. Excellence isn’t an occasional achievement here; it’s our baseline standard. You will be supported by a team that executes projects to the highest standard, allowing you to do your best work.