Description:
Role DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Litigation Associate Attorney with at least 4-7 years of experience handling insurance coverage and commercial litigation, preferably in the fields of transportation and logistics, railroad, personal injury and/or admiralty and maritime law. Prior transportation experience is preferred but not required. We are seeking a versatile attorney adept at learning new areas of law, and able to handle complex insurance and commercial matters or complex personal injury defense for transportation entities. The Firm encourages a collaborative environment, with excellent opportunities for client contact, professional development and advancement.
The Senior Associate Attorney will be expected to perform the following tasks:
- Draft pleadings, motions, orders, discovery and legal memoranda.
- Prepare and respond to written discovery, conduct legal research, and take and defend depositions.
- Review client documents, draft case evaluations and prepare status report correspondence for clients.
- Assist with and participate in mediations, pre-trial settlement conferences and court appearances up to and through trial.
- Interact directly with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff.
- Perform a variety of difficult and complex legal work and operate with substantial discretion and minimal direction or supervision.
Candidates must:
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois (licensure in other States a plus)
- Be proficient with Lexis and Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Proactively work both independently and as part of a team.
- Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skill and navigate hearings in state and federal court with poise and professionalism.
