Attorney (EPL / Employment Practices Liability) — Partnership Track — Chicago / Hybrid Remote

Attorney (EPL / Employment Practices Liability) — Partnership Track — Chicago / Hybrid Remote $150000 - $180000 per year | Chicago, IL | Hybrid | Permanent If you’re doing great work but hit a ceiling — no clear partnership timeline, too many people ahead of you — this is worth a look. We have an established professional lines practice and a named partner building a succession plan. The path here is real. A bit about us: Founded more than 20 years ago, we are a full-service midsize law firm across Chicago and Indianapolis delivering the depth and resources of a large firm alongside the agility and individualized attention of a boutique. Our experienced litigators represent insurers, employers, professionals, and businesses across a broad array of professional lines matters — always emphasizing service, results, and client satisfaction. Why join us? Base salary range: $150k to $180k + Bonuses Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO with 40-hour credit, sick, and paid holidays Monthly stipend covering cellphone, CLE, travel, association membership, and related expenses Hybrid remote — 2 days onsite per week Partnership track — genuine path to ownership for the right candidate Mid-sized established firm with opportunity for business development and client sharing Job Details Defend a varied caseload of professional lines matters with an Employment Practices Liability (EPL) focus Handle all phases of litigation from inception through resolution — pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation Defend insurers, employers, professionals, insurance brokers and agents, real estate brokers, condominiums, and HOAs against claims arising under EPL, D&O, and E&O policies Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure and provide strategic guidance to insurance carriers and insured clients on case strategy, settlement, and resolution Prepare detailed client reports and carrier communications with clarity and precision Looking For: Minimum 5 years of insurance defense experience — professional lines focus required Illinois Bar Admission required Strong written communication skills — carrier reporting is a core function of this role Defense side only — no plaintiff, no in-house, no carrier-side candidates 1,950 billable hour expectation Federal court experience a plus Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment