Litigation Attorney

Amundsen Davi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Amundsen Davis LLC seeks a litigation attorney to join its Construction Group in Chicago. The candidate must be licensed in Illinois and have a minimum of six years of civil litigation experience in insurance defense or casualty defense.

A solid work ethic, ability to work well on a team, and strong writing skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have a desire to continue to grow in a litigation environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Illinois attorney with at least six years of civil litigation experience in insurance or casualty defense.
• Solid work ethic and ability to work well on a team.
• Strong writing skills and client reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation in federal and state court.
• Maintain client contact and reporting throughout matters.
• Involve in construction-related torts and injury claims as applicable.

Skills

Strong writing

Team work

Work ethic

Education

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

Litigation Associate - Construction

Amundsen Davis LLC seeks a litigation attorney to join the firm's Construction Group in its Chicago office. Candidate must be licensed in Illinois and have a minimum of six years of civil litigation experience in the areas of insurance defense or casualty defense. A solid work ethic, ability to work well on a team, and strong writing skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have a desire to continue to grow in a litigation environment. You will be involved in all aspects of litigation in federal and state court, as well as client contact and reporting. Experience with tort and injury claims is preferred.

The annual base salary range anticipated for this position in Illinois is $140,000-$185,000, depending upon experience. This salary range excludes available bonus opportunities. A listing of our benefits can be found here: https://www.amundsendavislaw.com/careers-attorneys.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and 2 writing samples. This position is not open to recruiters.

Amundsen Davis is a full-service business law firm comprised of 270 attorneys headquartered in Chicago. As one of the fastest growing law firms in the Midwest, we understand the entrepreneurial thinking that drives business decisions for our clients. We use this insight to respond to the needs of clients creatively, expediently and pragmatically. The firm handles the transactional, labor and employment, and litigation needs of companies across the U.S. Our experience in both litigated and transactional matters makes us a unique partner for your business. The law firm has offices in the following locations: Chicago, Crystal Lake, St. Charles, and Rockford, IL; Cleveland and Columbus, OH; Milwaukee, Appleton, Brookfield, Green Bay, and Madison, WI; St. Louis, MO; Detroit, MI; and Indianapolis, IN.

Amundsen Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, citizenship, creed, marital status, veteran status, age, family care giving responsibilities, genetic profile or predisposition, pregnancy or disability with respect to hiring, promotion, firing, compensation, or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

Amundsen Davis does not utilize any Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its applicant selection or hiring process. Amundsen Davis recognizes the supportive benefits that AI may bring to the practice of law, but we expect it to be just that – supportive of original human thoughts, arguments, and ideas. During the hiring process, it is particularly important for us to see your writing and other communication skills without the aid of AI. Accordingly, Amundsen Davis requires all applicants to fully disclose their use of AI to generate or otherwise supplement any content in communications (i.e., cover letters and emails) with the firm, and other submissions (e.g., resume, writing samples, etc.) to the firm. Other than spellcheck and autofill functions – there is no de minimis exception to this policy. Failure to disclose your use of AI during the hiring process may result in denial of employment, revocation of an employment offer, or termination of employment (if hired).