Insurance Coverage Attorney

Orion Placement; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in downtown Chicago, IL, seeks an attorney with 2+ years of insurance coverage experience to draft opinions, analyze policies, and manage coverage litigation across jurisdictions.

Illinois Bar admission and a JD from an accredited law school are required, with strong research, writing, and analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail. The firm offers mentorship, a flexible hybrid schedule, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of insurance coverage experience.
• Active Illinois Bar admission.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Experience with CG liability, commercial auto, professional liability, or D&O policies is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team‑oriented practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft insurance coverage opinions and coverage position letters involving complex policy issues.
• Analyze insurance policies, claims, potential exposures, and coverage obligations.
• Handle insurance coverage litigation matters across jurisdictions nationwide.
• Conduct detailed legal research and develop clear, persuasive written analysis.
• Collaborate closely with partners and associates on sophisticated coverage matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding coverage strategy, litigation developments, and case direction.
• Build practical litigation and insurance coverage experience while taking on increasing responsibility.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Illinois Bar admission

Accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a collaborative, close-knit insurance coverage team where your work and ideas are valued
• Gain meaningful hands‑on experience handling sophisticated insurance coverage matters and litigation nationwide
• Work directly with experienced partners committed to mentorship and professional development
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment with remote workdays
• Benefit from a structured attorney mentorship program designed to support long‑term career growth
• Participate in a performance-based Associate Bonus Program
• Access comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, a 401(k), student loan 401(k) matching support, and in‑house CLE opportunities
• Build your career in a supportive, collegial, and family‑friendly environment

Location: This is a hybrid opportunity based in downtown Chicago, IL, offering the benefits of in‑person collaboration along with flexible remote workdays.

Note: Candidates must be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least 2 years of insurance coverage experience. A JD from an accredited law school and strong legal research and writing skills are required.

About Us

We are a nationally established law firm serving the insurance industry across a broad range of sophisticated legal matters. Our attorneys combine deep industry knowledge, practical legal strategy, and a collaborative approach to help clients navigate complex coverage and litigation challenges. We invest in mentorship, professional development, and an environment where attorneys can build meaningful, long‑term careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft insurance coverage opinions and coverage position letters involving complex policy issues
• Analyze insurance policies, claims, potential exposures, and coverage obligations
• Handle insurance coverage litigation matters across jurisdictions nationwide
• Conduct detailed legal research and develop clear, persuasive written analysis
• Collaborate closely with partners and associates on sophisticated coverage matters
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding coverage strategy, litigation developments, and case direction
• Build practical litigation and insurance coverage experience while taking on increasing responsibility

Qualifications

• 2+ years of insurance coverage experience
• Active Illinois Bar admission
• JD from an accredited law school
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Experience with commercial general liability, commercial auto, professional liability, or D&O policies is preferred
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team‑oriented practice

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a team that combines sophisticated legal work with genuine investment in attorney development. We offer direct access to experienced partners, structured mentorship, flexible hybrid work, professional development resources, optional team events, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow your insurance coverage and litigation practice without getting lost in a large‑firm environment.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance