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The Cook Group is a law firm with offices in New York City, Buffalo, Chicago, Ft. Lauderdale, Los Angeles, Morgantown, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and St. Louis.
We are a nationally ranked law firm, distinguished in our commitment to client service with formidable legal talent across multiple jurisdictions and disciplines.
Within our walls are several of the nation’s most top-rated female attorneys as recognized by Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers.
The Cook Group is a LGBTQIA+ friendly, minority and women-owned law firm dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the practice of law while providing our clients with more modern, efficient, and effective legal representation.
The Cook Group is Mansfield Rule Plus, Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, and National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce certified.
Our recruiting efforts are focused on individuals who have a thorough understanding of the law and our practice areas, superb communication skills, and those who thrive in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.
There is immense growth opportunity and constant access to leadership. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a collaborative and supportive work environment. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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Chicago Paralegal
We are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our growing Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and is passionate about contributing to high-level litigation work.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Manage multiple complex litigation matters simultaneously.
- Monitor case filings and provide detailed assessments to attorneys.
- Draft and prepare initial drafts of various pre-trial motions, dispositive motions, and other pleadings.
- Prepare and file Discovery responses.
- Pre-trial preparations.
- Prepare and file Discovery Responses.
- Review and evaluate discovery documents including medical records, sales documents, employment records, and other case material.
- Contemporaneous accounting and submission of personal billable time.
Candidate Requirements:
- At least one year of experience in Defense litigation is required
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
- Experience in Toxic Torts or Mass Torts is a plus but not required • Strong organization skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Capable of independent work
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to professionally communicate with a wide variety of individuals
- Ability to multi-task
- Self-motivated
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Preference to mid-level candidate with experience using legal systems such as Westlaw, File & Serve Xpress, PACER.
New York City Associate Attorney
We are currently seeking an entry-level Associate to join our New York City office. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and is passionate about contributing to high-level litigation work.
Job Summary:
- We are seeking one to two associates to join our New York City office.
- The ideal candidate must be organized and able to handle a high-volume case load, able to develop appropriate defense strategies, receptive to feedback and taking direction but also self-motivated to meet goals in a timely manner.
- Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing files for defense from inception to resolution, extensive reporting and communication with clients and insurers, conducting depositions, preparing and arguing motions, and appearing in court and trial preparation.
- Practice areas include, but are not limited to, General Liability Defense, Asbestos, Product Liability, and Automotive.
Requirements:
- Admission to the New York State Bar is a must. Admission to the New Jersey and/or Pennsylvania State Bar is a plus.
- 1 to 5 years of experience, preferably in defense litigation.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- A self-starter with superior research and analytical skills.
- Superb writing and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to perform all aspects of the position satisfactorily while working independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Pennsylvania Associate Attorney
We are currently seeking an experienced Associate to join our expanding Pennsylvania locations. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and is passionate about contributing to high-level litigation work.
Job Summary:
- We are seeking an associate to join our Philadelphia office location (hybrid remote).
- The ideal candidate must be organized and able to handle a high-volume case load, able to develop appropriate defense strategies, receptive to feedback and taking direction but also self-motivated to meet goals in a timely manner.
- Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing files for defense from inception to resolution, extensive reporting and communication with clients and insurers, conducting depositions, preparing and arguing motions, and appearing in court and trial preparation.
- Practice areas include, but are not limited to, General Liability Defense and Product Liability Defense.
Requirements:
- Admission to the Pennsylvania is a must. Admission to the New York and/or Florida bars is a plus.
- 1 to 3 years of experience, preferably in defense litigation (asbestos litigation experience a plus).
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Superior research and analytical skills.
- Superb writing and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to perform all aspects of the position satisfactorily while working both independently and as part of a team.
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The Cook Group Announces Official Opening of West Virginia Office
FEBRUARY 2026 MORGANTOWN, WV — The Cook Group is pleased to announce the official opening of its physical office in Morgantown, West Virginia, marking the next phase of the firm’s strategic expansion into this important toxic tort jurisdiction. The new West Virginia office is located at: University Town Center125 Granville Square, Suite 102Morgantown, WV 26501Office: […]
Dismissal Secured in Illinois Toxic Tort Action
FEBRUARY 2026 Cook County, Illinois The Cook Group successfully obtained a full dismissal with prejudice of all claims against a non-manufacturing retailer in a toxic tort action pending in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois. The matter was led by Jackie Miller, with the motion to dismiss researched and drafted by Christopher Ball and […]
The Cook Group Expands National Footprint with New Offices in Pittsburgh and West Virginia
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Cook Group is pleased to announce the opening of its Pittsburgh office, along with a strategic expansion into West Virginia, further strengthening the firm’s national footprint and commitment to serving clients in key toxic tort jurisdictions. Both regions will be led by Partner Ashley Rodgers, whose extensive experience and deep familiarity […]