Attorney / Senior Associate - Insurance Defense

Job Description

NEW IN - Midlevel Insurance Defense Litigation Associate | General Liability Matters | Chicago, Illinois On Site | Aviation-related experience a plus

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A confidential boutique litigation firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Associate to join its Chicago practice. This is a 100 percent defense-side litigation role handling sophisticated general liability matters, with the opportunity to support aviation-related disputes depending on experience and interest.

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WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

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• Defense-side litigation role focused on meaningful responsibility for active matters, suitable for an associate who can run with cases.
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• Opportunity to broaden a strong insurance defense foundation into aviation-adjacent work (where prior exposure exists).
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• Boutique platform with a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
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THE ROLE

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• Manage insurance defense litigation matters involving premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, and related general liability claims.
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• Handle day-to-day case development including pleadings, written discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
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• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, and trial preparation as needed.
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• Work directly with clients and internal stakeholders to develop strategy, evaluate exposure, and drive matters toward resolution.
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LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

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Location:

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Chicago, Illinois

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Schedule:

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In office 5 days/week

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Compensation:

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$100,000 to $200,000 base salary (commensurate with experience)

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REQUIREMENTS

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• Active Illinois bar admission in good standing.
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• 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience, including premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, and similar matters.
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• Experience level sufficient to work up a case with minimal supervision (including independently managing core litigation tasks).
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• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
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PREFERRED BACKGROUND

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• Aviation-related litigation experience is a strong plus.
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For a confidential no obligation conversation please email your resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com