Experienced Insurance Coverage Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced insurance coverage attorney for its Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience in first-party insurance coverage litigation and will contribute to a thriving practice with cases throughout the Midwest.

Duties

• Assist with management of the insurance coverage practice.
• Oversee junior associates on assigned files.
• Lead defense and prosecution of coverage matters from inception through trial.
• Conduct 30(b)(6) depositions and examinations under oath.
• Author coverage opinions for claims personnel and in-house counsel.
• Defend coverage and extracontractual liability matters in state and federal courts.
• Provide oversight and advice on property insurance appraisals.

Requirements

• Licensure in Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, or other applicable federal district court.
• Minimum of five years of first-party coverage experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise junior associates and manage files.
• Provide writing samples, including deposition transcripts and motions.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Illinois.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Proficiency in managing complex legal files.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Multiple health benefit options.
• Generous matching 401K and profit-sharing programs.
• Transit benefits.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306