Longshore Defense Attorney — Collaborative Chicago Team

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand & Brackett, LLC; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand and Brackett, LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join its Longshore/Defense Base Act practice. This full-time on-site role focuses on managing a defense-focused caseload, evaluating claims, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and advising clients on legal options and risks.

You will collaborate with colleagues to achieve efficient, favorable resolutions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice in the US.
• Experience in insurance defense and related practice areas.
• Strong research, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defense-focused caseload in Longshore/Defense Base Act matters.
• Evaluate claims and develop litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; handle discovery.
• Advise clients on legal options and risks; communicate deadlines.
• Prepare for and appear at hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Collaborate with colleagues to seek favorable resolutions.

Skills

Law

Insurance defense

Labor & Employment Law

Negotiation

Legal Research

Written & Verbal Communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

US Bar License

Job description

Mouledoux, Bland, Legrand and Brackett, LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join its Longshore/Defense Base Act practice. This full-time on-site role focuses on managing a defense-focused caseload, evaluating claims, drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, and advising clients on legal options and risks.

You will collaborate with colleagues to achieve efficient, favorable resolutions.