Insurance Coverage Attorney Of Counsel

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Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced insurance coverage attorney to join its Chicago-based practice. This role involves overseeing complex insurance coverage litigation, mentoring junior attorneys, and directly managing cases from inception to resolution. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of first-party insurance matters, particularly property insurance, and is adept at litigation strategy, depositions, and policy analysis.

Duties:

• Lead and manage an active insurance coverage practice, handling cases across the Midwest.

• Supervise and mentor junior associates on assigned matters.

• Oversee and execute litigation strategies in coverage matters, including both defense and prosecution of claims.

• Conduct depositions, including 30(b)(6) depositions, and examine insureds, public adjusters, engineers, and contractors.

• Perform examinations under oath and draft comprehensive legal opinions on coverage issues for clients.

• Manage coverage and extracontractual liability cases in both state and federal courts.

• Advise claims professionals and in-house counsel on property insurance appraisals and related legal issues.

Requirements:

• Active law license in Illinois and admission to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (or eligibility for admission to other applicable federal courts).

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience handling first-party insurance coverage matters.

• Strong research, analytical, and litigation skills.

• Proven ability to manage files, oversee junior attorneys, and directly communicate with clients.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to provide writing samples, including deposition transcripts and legal motions.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Illinois State Bar.

• Admission to relevant federal district courts preferred.

Skills:

• Expertise in first-party property insurance law and coverage analysis.

• Proficiency in conducting depositions, examinations under oath, and courtroom advocacy.

• Strong case management and leadership abilities.

• Ability to provide strategic legal counsel on complex coverage issues.

• Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including multiple plan options.

• Generous 401(k) matching and profit-sharing programs.

• Transit benefits to support commuting costs.

• Performance-based annual bonuses with the potential for total compensation exceeding base salary range.

This role offers the opportunity to play a key leadership position in a growing insurance coverage practice while working in a dynamic and collaborative legal environment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306