Zurich 56 Company Ltd
Sr. Liability Trial Attorney - Chicago
Zurich 56 Company Ltd, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Sr. Liability Trial Attorney - Chicago
Zurich is currently looking for an experienced Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our Chicago Illinois Staff Legal Office. This litigator will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto cases from a challenging and varied caseload.If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, terrific benefits including a 401K match and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options and a great culture.This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-respected Company and represent its insureds in all phases of litigation, while being part of a high-performing law office. The ideal candidate will engage in the practice of law at all times in compliance with the ethical standards established by the Federal Courts and Illinois State Bar.Duties of this position encompass all aspects of insurance defense:Initial investigationLegal analysis and adviceEvaluating damagesPreparing and filing legal pleadings and documentsPerforming legal researchPreparing for and conducting pre-trial discoveryPreparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trialsConducting post-trial activities where appropriateThe selected candidate will demonstrate a strong case analysis ability and have a track record of effective settlement and trial skills, as well as the ability to work independently without substantial supervision. In addition, they will be expected to mentor less experienced attorneys and provide leadership and training across the organization.Basic Qualifications:Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation areaMember in good standing of the Illinois State Bar AssociationExperience with Microsoft Office and AdobeExperience working with Lexis or WestlawKnowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environmentPreferred Qualifications:Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial.Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.First chair jury trial experienceAbility to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge.Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business.Prior experience in an insurance defense environmentExperience working in a team-based environmentLocation(s): AM - ChicagoRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Zurich is currently looking for an experienced Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our Chicago Illinois Staff Legal Office. This litigator will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto cases from a challenging and varied caseload.If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, terrific benefits including a 401K match and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options and a great culture.This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-respected Company and represent its insureds in all phases of litigation, while being part of a high-performing law office. The ideal candidate will engage in the practice of law at all times in compliance with the ethical standards established by the Federal Courts and Illinois State Bar.Duties of this position encompass all aspects of insurance defense:Initial investigationLegal analysis and adviceEvaluating damagesPreparing and filing legal pleadings and documentsPerforming legal researchPreparing for and conducting pre-trial discoveryPreparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trialsConducting post-trial activities where appropriateThe selected candidate will demonstrate a strong case analysis ability and have a track record of effective settlement and trial skills, as well as the ability to work independently without substantial supervision. In addition, they will be expected to mentor less experienced attorneys and provide leadership and training across the organization.Basic Qualifications:Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation areaMember in good standing of the Illinois State Bar AssociationExperience with Microsoft Office and AdobeExperience working with Lexis or WestlawKnowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environmentPreferred Qualifications:Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial.Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.First chair jury trial experienceAbility to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge.Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business.Prior experience in an insurance defense environmentExperience working in a team-based environmentLocation(s): AM - ChicagoRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No
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