Associate Attorney needed for Chicago office

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its team in Chicago, IL. This role requires 3-6 years of insurance litigation experience and licensure in Illinois.

Job Overview:

• Provide legal representation to clients in insurance litigation matters.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
• Handle court appearances and motion practice.
• Prepare client reports and communicate case updates.

Duties:

• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery requests.
• Attend court appearances on behalf of clients.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Communicate with clients to provide case updates and legal advice.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and preparation.
• Attend depositions, prepare witnesses, and defend or take depositions as needed.
• Prepare for trial, including drafting trial briefs and exhibits.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of insurance litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research databases and software.
• Experience with drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Familiarity with court procedures and rules of evidence.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with bonus potential.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, disability, life).
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Flexible work-from-home policy.
• Professional development assistance.
• Referral program.

With multiple offices all around the country and headquarters in Los Angeles, this company has been offering legal services across a comprehensive range of practice areas for over 20 years. In this company, successful results and numerous victories achieved by valuing and celebrating diversity is accompanied by the crucial discovery of innovative strategies and new perspectives. By maintaining the core goal of attaining the best possible outcomes for the client's legal matters, it resolves cases and grasps opportunities.