Insurance Transactional and Regulatory Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Insurance Transactional and Regulatory Practice Group in Chicago, IL. The role involves working on mergers and acquisitions, contracts, commercial transactions, and insurance regulatory matters, among other responsibilities.

Duties

• Engage in mergers and acquisitions and commercial transactions.
• Advise on insurance regulatory matters and private equity investments.
• Contribute to business strategies, financing, and corporate governance.
• Provide strategic advice on acquisitions, corporate structures, and divestitures.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and manage governmental relations.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Superior research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Transactional advisory experience in the insurance industry preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Illinois or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

This is a branch office of an exciting national law firm with nationwide litigation practice in general trial and appellate practice before state and federal courts, insurance coverage litigation and counseling, directors and officers liability, professional liability, environmental/mass tort coverage, white collar criminal defense, real estate and golf course development, biotech, and general business counseling. The Chicago office is focused on insurance coverage litigation and counseling for clients in Chicago and the Midwest. The lawyers of this small office seem to truly enjoy working together. The hours are manageable, and the compensation is above average. Associates must have a strong interest in insurance matters. The firm hires from both regional and national law schools.