Associate - Trial and Defense

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an insurance defense trial and litigation associate with 0 to 3 years of experience to join its Chicago, IL office. This role involves defending high exposure litigation nationwide, including trials and trial monitoring. The ideal candidate is proactive, motivated, organized, and possesses superior oral argument, research, and writing skills.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 matters.
• Take depositions, attend hearings, and mediations as required.
• Draft and submit pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
• Monitor trials and evaluate trial records for appeal errors.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Review and analyze documents and materials for production.
• Develop arguments for appeals from briefs and trial transcripts.
• Evaluate insurance policies and analyze claims for coverage issues.
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Report actively and effectively to insurance carrier clients and insureds.
• Prepare cases for trial/mediation and participate in trial/mediation.

Requirements

• Admission to the Arizona bar.
• Litigation experience.
• Experience taking depositions.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Arizona bar.

Skills

• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Robust disability coverage.

This firm is expanding on both a domestic and global level, making it a great place for anyone interested in getting in on the ground floor. The firm is committed to facilitating leaders in international commerce, trade, and insurance. Already the recipient of numerous distinguished awards in the Eastern Hemisphere, this firm can be expected to grow in statute and reputation in coming years.