In-House Trial Counsel – Insurance Defense

Kemper Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemper Corporation in Chicago, IL seeks a Legal Counsel to strategize cases, exercise business judgment with urgency, and support the claims process. This role requires clear collaboration with internal teams and timely, well-documented case management.

Candidates should have 3+ years as a trial attorney, insurance defense experience preferred, and active State Bar membership with ongoing licensure. Travel may be required. Kemper is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a trial attorney.
• Insurance defense experience preferred.
• Member of the State Bar with active license and CE requirements.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Handles legal work on assigned cases.
• Develops case strategy and maintains documentation (pleadings, briefs, memoranda).
• Prepares status reports to claims handlers at regular intervals (<= 60 days).
• Uses case management software for notes, diary, calendar, and billing.

Skills

Trial attorney

Education

Bar admission (State Bar)

Job description

Kemper Corporation in Chicago, IL seeks a Legal Counsel to strategize cases, exercise business judgment with urgency, and support the claims process. This role requires clear collaboration with internal teams and timely, well-documented case management.

Candidates should have 3+ years as a trial attorney, insurance defense experience preferred, and active State Bar membership with ongoing licensure. Travel may be required. Kemper is an equal opportunity employer.