Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Associate Attorney | Insurance Defense Litigation | National Law Firm | Chicago IL Our highly recognized national law firm client is an experienced Insurance Defense Associate attorney in their Chicago office. Qualified candidates with 1-2 years of related experience will join 5 other attorneys in their insurance defense litigation practice area. Ideally the candidate would have experience taking depositions and should posess strong writing skills. A licensure in Indiana is a plus. If hired, you will be given an incredible opportunity to build upon your legal skills, work with some of the most respected attorneys in the world, and most importantly, grow your career. Our client has a reputation for serving clients from seven locations around the country and offers an unparalleled experience in a highly collaborative environment. You will be given the opportunity to participate in their various pro bono activities which allows the firm to collectively make a positive impact on their communities and neighborhoods. Billable hour expectation is 2000 hours. Client is offering a highly completive compensation and benefit package.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Our national law firm client is seeking an insurance defense litigation Associate to work in its downtown Chicago office. The candidate should have 1-2 years of insurance defense experience, including conducting depositions and attending court appearances. Job responsibilities include independent case management, conducting discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, research and analysis, client reporting, time entry, and appearances at case management conferences, mediations, pre-trial settlement conferences, and depositions. The successful candidate must be a well-organized self-starter and able to manage tasks and deadlines independently, while keeping key stakeholders informed of case status. Our client firm provides a collaborative team environment, and colleagues gladly offer training and answer questions to support the success of team members. As a member of our team, the attorney will have the benefit of gaining hands-on experience and working closely with partners invested in their professional development and growth. The Chicago office offers a flexible work environment with remote workdays. The office regularly plans optional social functions to foster team engagement and connectivity.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-2 years of insurance defense litigation experience
• JD from an accredited university
• Strong communication, writing, and research skills
• Admitted in the State of Illinois

Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience in professional negligence, medical malpractice, and/or construction litigation. Additional consideration will also be given to candidates admitted in Indiana and/or Wisconsin.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid cell phone and cell phone service
• e to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities