Transportation Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois in Chicago is seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of insurance defense experience, particularly in matters involving trucking and freight carriers. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, arguing motions, and taking depositions. A competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $150,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered. Candidates must be self-starters with strong analytical and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in Illinois, with preference for Michigan.
• 3-6 years of experience in insurance defense.
• Experience handling matters involving trucking and freight carriers.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Insurance defense experience

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Self-starter

Job description

Overview

The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Illinois and have at least three (3) to six (6) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers. Admitted to practice in Michigan is a plus.

The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.

Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Candidates must have strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.

Qualifications

Minimum Salary: USD $135,000.00 / Yr.

Maximum Salary: USD $150,000.00 / Yr.