Property Insurance Litigation Associate (Hybrid)

Job Overview: A legal recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney on behalf of an international law firm with a focus on insurance law. This hybrid role, based in Chicago, involves representing clients in first-party property insurance disputes. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of litigation experience, particularly in insurance defense or insurance coverage. The role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases, engage in courtroom proceedings, and collaborate with a dynamic legal team.

Duties:

• Draft coverage opinions and handle litigation involving insurance coverage and bad faith cases.
• Manage cases from start to finish, including drafting motions, responding to discovery requests, and taking depositions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations.
• Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive legal arguments and presentations.
• Collaborate with clients to build strong relationships and ensure effective communication throughout the legal process.
• Potential for occasional travel as required by case demands.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably with a focus on insurance defense or insurance coverage.
• Experience in drafting coverage opinions, litigating insurance coverage disputes, and handling bad faith cases.
• Strong case management skills, including motion practice, discovery, and depositions.
• Excellent research, writing, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Active membership in the Illinois Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research, drafting, and case management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and meet deadlines effectively.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

This full-service law firm provides legal counsel to businesses, insurance companies, and healthcare and governmental organizations throughout the world. Its major practice areas include bankruptcy, insolvency, and creditors' rights, casualty defense, commercial litigation, insurance coverage, and subrogation. The firm has handled over 4000 trials, mediations, and arbitrations. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the firm has several offices around the world including offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, and London, United Kingdom.