About this role
Senior Trial & Defense Associate Attorney
Full time
Chicago, IL
Senior Trial & Defense Associate Attorney
International Law Firm Opportunity
Compensation
$165,000 – $185,000
A leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Trial & Defense Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in handling high-exposure liability defense, insurance coverage, catastrophic injury, and complex commercial litigation matters.
Ideal Background
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6+ years of litigation experience, with a strong background in civil defense litigation
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Experience handling catastrophic injury, bodily injury, wrongful death, premises liability, trucking and transportation, commercial litigation, insurance coverage, bad faith, fraud, UM/UIM, and/or class action matters
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Experience independently managing a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
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Experience conducting claim investigations, developing litigation strategy, and advising clients on case evaluation and risk
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Experience drafting and responding to discovery, taking and defending depositions, preparing and arguing substantive motions, and handling mediations
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Trial experience or significant trial preparation experience preferred
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Strong oral advocacy, legal research, writing, analytical, and negotiation skills
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Ability to effectively manage multiple complex matters while maintaining exceptional client communication
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Excellent academic credentials
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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
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Active Illinois bar admission required
Why This Opportunity
International litigation and insurance defense platform
Exposure to sophisticated, high-exposure litigation matters
Significant client interaction and case responsibility
Opportunity to handle mediations, trials, and complex commercial disputes
Strong mentorship and professional development
Collaborative, team-oriented environment