Hybrid Liability Trial Attorney – Chicago

Zurich Insurance; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) match

Professional growth and advancement

Collaborative culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Liability Trial Attorney to support our Chicago, IL staff legal office on a hybrid schedule, with in-person presence one day per week at Willis Tower. You will handle moderate to high exposure General Liability, Commercial Auto, Products Liability and employment matters.

The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor, 5+ years of litigation experience, IL Bar admission, and proficiency with litigation software.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and Illinois Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 5+ years in Litigation with insurance defense preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Lexis/Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Represent commercial insureds in General Liability, Auto, Products Liability and employment cases.
• Prepare pleadings, file documents, and perform legal research.
• Conduct pre-trial discovery and manage hearings and trials.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and strong case analysis.

Skills

Trial experience

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Illinois Bar Admission

Indiana Bar Admission preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Lexis/Westlaw

Job description

Zurich North America is seeking a Liability Trial Attorney to support our Chicago, IL staff legal office on a hybrid schedule, with in-person presence one day per week at Willis Tower. You will handle moderate to high exposure General Liability, Commercial Auto, Products Liability and employment matters.

The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor, 5+ years of litigation experience, IL Bar admission, and proficiency with litigation software.