Insurance and Reinsurance Attorney

Distinct | North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America in Chicago seeks Associates to join its Insurance and Reinsurance Litigation practice group. The team handles complex coverage and reinsurance disputes, including D&O and general liability matters, with opportunities to engage in business development.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of insurance coverage and commercial litigation experience, strong writing and research skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• 4+ years insurance coverage and commercial litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent research and writing skills.
• Familiarity with professional liability, general liability, and D&O coverage.
• Litigation experience across discovery, motion practice, depositions, and case management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex insurance coverage and commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Manage depositions, hearings, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with colleagues while working independently as needed.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development, where applicable.

Skills

Insurance coverage

Commercial litigation

Legal research

Writing & briefs

Client relationships

Job description

A law firm is seeking Associates to join its Insurance and Reinsurance Litigation practice group. The team represents insurers in complex, high-exposure coverage and reinsurance matters, including disputes under professional liability, general liability, and directors and officers (D&O) insurance policies.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex insurance coverage and commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Manage depositions, hearings, and court appearances (commensurate with experience).
• Collaborate with colleagues while working independently as needed.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development, where applicable.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of insurance coverage and commercial litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent research and writing skills.
• Familiarity with professional liability, general liability, and D&O coverage.
• Litigation experience across discovery, motion practice, depositions, and case management preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

This practice group has opportunities at multiple levels:

• Associate (4–7 years): Broader litigation and case management responsibilities, client interaction, and potential business development.
• Career Associate (5+ years): Long-term, non-partnership track role with focus on litigation support, research, and writing.