Job Description

Attorney – Insurance Defense and/or Coverage (5–10 Years of Experience)

An established Chicago litigation firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its insurance coverage practice. This position offers an opportunity to work on complex and diverse matters involving construction, professional liability, property and casualty, serious personal injury, and wrongful death claims.

Position Highlights:

• Experience Level: Minimum of 5 years of substantive insurance coverage experience.
• Practice Areas: Insurance coverage and defense litigation, including analysis of coverage issues, drafting opinions, and litigating declaratory judgment actions.
• Responsibilities: Independently handle all aspects of coverage and litigation matters, including:
  • Drafting coverage opinions and dispositive motions
  • Conducting and defending depositions (party and expert)
  • Preparing for and assisting in trial
  • Managing client relationships and case strategy
• Environment: Collaborative, fast-paced practice with strong mentorship and client interaction.
• Billable Hours: 1,900

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Illinois bar admission.
• MUST have a minimum of 5 years of direct Insurance Coverage and or Insurance Defense Litigation experience.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases with minimal supervision.
• Portable business is welcome and will be considered in compensation discussions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.