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Join our dynamic team.
At WilliamsMcCarthy, team members have the opportunity to develop areas of interest while being part of a team of highly talented legal minds. Our collaborative practice model ensures that we are prepared to meet the needs of our clients and our associates have the ability to work in all areas of the firm’s practice.
We are proud of our friendly, open atmosphere and keep an informal structure to foster collaboration.
Our Rockford offices are spacious and comfortable, and located within walking distance of the state and federal courthouses. Plus, our office boasts some of the best views of the beautiful Rock River in Rockford!
Located in northern Illinois, Rockford is the state’s third largest city—large enough to provide outstanding recreational opportunities, entertainment, dining, and shopping, but with the accessibility and ease of a small town. Among the advantages of practicing law outside of a major metropolitan area, is the fact that billable hour expectations tend to be lower and commuting times shorter (five to fifteen minutes, for most members of the firm). That leaves our attorneys with the time to pursue other interests, both professional and personal.
Rockford’s economy has a large and diverse manufacturing base and fast-growing healthcare, aerospace, and information technology sectors. This economic environment creates a greater demand for sophisticated and specialized legal services than in many other cities of comparable size. The quality and diversity of the firm’s practice within this environment allows for an individuality and flexibility in each member’s practice that is typically unavailable in larger firms.
Summer and Entry Level Associates
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is committed to continued growth measured through hiring of qualified candidates for entry level associate positions and maintenance of a strong summer associate program.
For our summer associate program, the firm invites inquiries from interested students of all law schools. Candidates should be 2Ls in the top half of their law school class. We generally do not offer split-summer positions.
To inquire or apply for a summer associate or entry level associate position, please provide a PDF cover letter, law school transcript, resume and optional writing sample to:
Troy E. Haggestad
Hiring Partner
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP
P.O. Box 219
Rockford, IL 61105-0219
thaggestad@wilmac.com
Lateral Attorneys
WilliamsMcCarthy is always interested in hearing from attorneys with a proven track-record. We offer the opportunity to practice in an environment that allows attorneys to concentrate on clients and service, while the administrative functions are centralized under the direction of our Office Administrator. We also find that our size allows us to work collaboratively to help each other and provide our clients with a full range of legal services.
We provide all our partners and employees with an outstanding benefits package. As a partnership, we have the flexibility to adjust attorney compensation to be commensurate with what a lawyer brings to the firm.
If you have heard about us and would like to be associated with one of the best law firms in northern Illinois, thinking about winding down your practice, or looking for a change, please contact our hiring partner for a confidential conversation.
Troy E. Haggestad
Hiring Partner
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP
P.O. Box 219
Rockford, IL 61105-0219
thaggestad@wilmac.com
Administrative Positions
An amazing team of administrative assistants supports our attorneys. They assist with various kinds of documents including correspondence, pleadings, and memoranda; coordinate court filings; manage inquiries; keep calendars up to date; and more. They help our team deliver on a commitment to quality with their diligence and expertise.
Applicants must have a high school diploma, but a college degree or equivalent experience is preferred. To inquire or apply, please send a cover letter, and resume to:
Aubrey Nicholson
Firm Administrator
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP
P.O. Box 219
Rockford, IL 61105-0219
anicholson@wilmac.com
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is committed to diversity in hiring and will not discriminate against any applicant because of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, status of discharge from any component of the U.S. armed forces, sexual orientation, or identification.
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