Careers at Mauck & Baker

Welcome to our Careers page! We are excited that you are interested in joining our team at Mauck & Baker. We are a small but leading law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our success is due in large part to the talented professionals who make up our team.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about the law and helping others and committed to providing excellent client service with integrity and skillfulness. At Mauck & Baker, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a team-oriented, respectful, adaptable and creative workplace culture where everyone can thrive. Our current opening is below. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic attorney to our team! 

Associate Attorney 
Mauck & Baker, LLC 

Chicago, IL · Full‑Time  

About Us

Mauck & Baker is a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary law firm providing exceptional legal services across litigation, business and nonprofit transactions, real estate, and estate planning. We serve a diverse roster of individual, corporate, and nonprofit clients and pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive team environment. Learn more at www.mauckbaker.com. 

Position Summary 

We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our team with a primary focus on civil and commercial litigation. While litigation will be the core of this role, the attorney will also gain valuable experience in transactional matters, including business counsel, real estate, commercial transactions, nonprofit representation, estate planning, and probate. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and development across key practice areas. 

Responsibilities 

• Manage civil and commercial litigation matters  

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses 

• Take and defend depositions, attend hearings, mediations, court proceedings, and trials 

• Develop a case strategy and participate in dispute resolution proceedings 

• Assist with transactional matters, including business contracts, real estate transactions, nonprofit counsel, estate planning, and probate 

• Maintain client relationships and provide responsive, practical legal counsel across multiple practice areas 

Qualifications 

• J.D. from an accredited law school. 

• Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar. 

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Proactive, organized, and committed to professional growth. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with meaningful mentorship and professional development 

• Diverse experience across multiple practice areas to accelerate your legal career 

• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability 

• Paid time off, IRA contribution, and hybrid/flexible work schedule 

• Professional development budget and fully paid attendance at CLS National Conference (registration and travel expenses covered) 

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to the firm’s office manager, Kelly Kim, at kkim@mauckbaker.com.