Description:
Michael D. Gallo & Associates, insurance staff counsel for An Insurance Company, is seeking an Attorney to join the Chicago Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, An Insurance Company attorneys maintain their own caseload from inception to conclusion. The role involves case ownership, participating in litigation events, and meeting with clients. We encourage a collaborative environment where our attorneys can assist each other and have access to support staff while maintaining ownership of their files. As a result of not being billed by the hour, our attorneys have the opportunity to strategize on trial and case development as it passes through litigation. An Insurance Company creates an environment inclusive of career development opportunities. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.- The office is located at: 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL 60602
- Handles litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established by the Law Department
- Prepare and summarize reports for proceedings
- Trial strategy and case development
- Attends litigation events including trials, mediations, depositions, and hearings
Qualifications:
- Previous Experience required 2-10 years
- Litigation experience, preferably insurance defense, medical malpractice, and personal injury
- Key Skills required
- Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience
- Mandatory arbitration, mediation, and deposition experience
- Trial experience is a plus, but not required
- File ownership
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Technology/software experience required
- Ability to work efficiently with cases in electronic form
- Working knowledge of a Case Management system
- Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system
- Microsoft Office Suite familiarity
- Education requirements including licenses and certifications
- J.D. from an A.B.A. Accredited Law School, with excellent academic credentials and an active member in good standing of Bar in state of operation.
- Must have an active law license to practice in state of operation and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Illinois.
