Trial Attorney

Senior Trial & Defense Associate AttorneyA leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Trial & Defense Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in handling high-exposure liability defense, insurance coverage, catastrophic injury, and complex commercial litigation matters.Compensation$165,000 – $185,000Ideal Background• 6+ years of litigation experience, with a strong background in civil defense litigation• Experience handling catastrophic injury, bodily injury, wrongful death, premises liability, trucking and transportation, commercial litigation, insurance coverage, bad faith, fraud, UM/UIM, and/or class action matters• Experience independently managing a litigation caseload from inception through resolution• Experience conducting claim investigations, developing litigation strategy, and advising clients on case evaluation and risk• Experience drafting and responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing and arguing substantive motions, and handling mediations• Trial experience or significant trial preparation experience preferred• Strong oral advocacy, legal research, writing, analytical, and negotiation skills• Ability to effectively manage multiple complex matters while maintaining exceptional client communication• Excellent academic credentials• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required• Active Illinois bar admission requiredWhy This OpportunityInternational litigation and insurance defense platformExposure to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation mattersSignificant client interaction and case responsibilityOpportunity to handle mediations, trials, and complex commercial disputesStrong mentorship and professional developmentCollaborative, team-oriented environment