Property Insurance Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks an Associate Property Insurance Attorney in Chicago, requiring 3-5 years of litigation experience. The candidate will manage first-party insurance disputes, draft coverage opinions, and represent clients in court. Ideal candidates will have strong case management skills and a Juris Doctor degree.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance coverage with no premiums required

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense or coverage.
• Proven experience in handling first-party insurance disputes.
• Strong academic credentials and Illinois Bar admission required.

Responsibilities

• Draft coverage opinions and litigate insurance coverage and bad faith cases.
• Manage cases including drafting motions, handling discovery requests, and taking depositions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and develop strong client relationships.

Skills

Litigation

Insurance Coverage

Bad Faith Litigation

Legal Research

Writing

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is looking to hire an Associate Property Insurance Attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience for their Chicago office. The ideal candidate should have experience in insurance defense or insurance coverage, focusing on first-party insurance disputes. This position requires strong skills in drafting coverage opinions, litigating insurance coverage, and bad faith cases. The attorney will manage cases independently and develop relationships with existing clients while participating in various legal proceedings. Travel opportunities may be available.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Draft coverage opinions and litigate insurance coverage and bad faith cases.
• Manage cases including drafting motions, handling discovery requests, and taking depositions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and other legal proceedings.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents related to insurance disputes.
• Participate in case strategy discussions and contribute to legal team efforts.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense or insurance coverage.
• Proven experience in handling first-party insurance disputes.
• Experience drafting coverage opinions and litigating insurance coverage and bad faith cases.
• Strong case management skills, including drafting motions, discovery handling, and depositions.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent research, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Illinois Bar admission is required.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Skills:

• Strong litigation and case management skills.
• Expertise in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client relationship management.
• Effective in court proceedings and depositions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage with no premiums required.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]