Insurance Coverage & Defense

gpac; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac seeks an experienced attorney to join its insurance coverage practice in Chicago. You will handle diverse matters including coverage analyses, defending claims, and declaratory actions, with opportunities to draft opinions and motions.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of direct insurance coverage or defense litigation, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases with limited supervision. Portable business may influence compensation discussions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of direct Insurance Coverage and/or Insurance Defense Litigation experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Drafting coverage opinions and dispositive motions.
• Conducting and defending depositions (party and expert).
• Preparing for and assisting in trial.
• Managing client relationships and case strategy.

Skills

Insurance coverage experience

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our insurance coverage practice. This position offers an opportunity to work on complex and diverse matters involving construction, professional liability, property and casualty, serious personal injury, and wrongful death claims.

Position Highlights

• Experience Level: Minimum of 3 years of substantive insurance coverage experience.
• Practice Areas: Insurance coverage and defense litigation, including analysis of coverage issues, drafting opinions, and litigating declaratory judgment actions.
• Responsibilities: Independently handle all aspects of coverage and litigation matters, including:
• Drafting coverage opinions and dispositive motions
• Conducting and defending depositions (party and expert)
• Preparing for and assisting in trial
• Managing client relationships and case strategy
• Environment: Collaborative, fast-paced practice with strong mentorship and client interaction.
• Billable Hours: 1,900

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Illinois bar admission.
• MUST have a minimum 3 years of direct Insurance Coverage and/or Insurance Defense Litigation experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases with minimal supervision.
• Portable business is welcome and will be considered in compensation discussions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.