Associate - Insurance Coverage Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated attorney with 3-5 years of experience in insurance coverage for its Chicago office. The role involves representing international and domestic insurers on various liability policies, including directors and officers, employment practices, and commercial general liability. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is interested in complex insurance coverage matters.

Duties

• Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies and draft coverage opinions.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Meet with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Attend arbitrations, hearings, and mediations as needed.
• Manage matters, deadlines, and client communication proactively.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in California; additional bar admissions are a plus.
• Experience in complex insurance coverage matters; litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in California.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Oral communication.
• Organizational and time-management.
• Problem-solving.

Benefits

• Student loan reimbursement.
• Flexible time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K Safe Harbor contribution.
• Life/AD&D Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance.
• Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.

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.