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February 25, 2026

Litigation Associate

LitigationGovernmentInvestigationsProfessional Liability
Dechert LLP

Dechert LLP

Chicago

Litigation Associate

Dechert LLP
Dechert LLPChicago

Practice area

Litigation · Government · Investigations · Professional Liability

PQE

3-5 years

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Litigation Associate role.
  • Requires 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Practice focuses on accounting defense, representing premier accounting firms, public company issuers, directors, and officers.
  • Handle high-stakes litigation, arbitration, and regulatory enforcement proceedings.
  • Specific focus on matters before the SEC, PCAOB, and DOJ.
  • Work involves sophisticated counterparties, including federal regulators, bankruptcy trustees, shareholders, and noteholders.
  • Hands-on experience in litigation, arbitration, or regulatory matters is required.
  • A strong academic background is essential.
  • Elite law firm experience is strongly preferred.
  • Must demonstrate exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Compensation starts at $260,000+ annually, commensurate with class year and experience.
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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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    Tevin Hopkins joined McGuireWoods LLP's Chicago office in the Labor & Employment group.

    I would recommend Priya to anyone looking to make a move in the legal market. She does way more than just submit resumes like some recruiters do. She really takes the time to get to know her candidates and what they are looking for in an employeer and does a great job at not only finding you a new job, but the right job.

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