Insurance Defense Associate

Our client is a well-established Chicago litigation firm representing individuals, corporations, and insurance carriers in complex civil litigation matters, including catastrophic accidents, toxic torts, products liability, vehicle collisions, construction defects, and premises liability. AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and listed in Best's Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Adjusters, the firm has built a 25+ year reputation for delivering high-quality legal work with individualized client attention.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of tort defense matters from inception through resolution, including trucking litigation and/or construction negligence claims
• Handle all phases of litigation: pleadings, written and oral discovery, depositions, dispositive motions, settlement negotiations, mediations, and trial
• Represent commercial clients and insurance carriers in premises liability, catastrophic accident, and related defense matters
• Communicate directly and effectively with clients, carriers, and adjusters throughout the litigation lifecycle
• Collaborate with firm partners and staff to maintain the firm's standard of individualized, cost-efficient service

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois, in good standing
• Demonstrated tort/insurance defense experience, with actual hands-on experience in trucking litigation and/or construction negligence required
• Experience managing a high-volume caseload independently
• Strong deposition, motion practice, and trial experience (bench and jury)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on-site in Chicago, IL

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $120,000 and $180,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.