AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. · 1 week ago
Staff Counsel II - Illinois
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $165K/yr
3+ years expAmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is a company focused on providing insurance solutions, and they are seeking a Staff Counsel II to manage a case load from inception to resolution in Illinois. The role involves representing clients in court, conducting legal research, and preparing legal documents while ensuring adherence to company standards and legal procedures.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims
Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Insured
Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies
Prepares for, attends and handles all activities related to full trial and/or appeals, as assigned
Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues
Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills
Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department
Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed
Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct
Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
Keeps current with market trends and demands
Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise
Keeps current with market trends and demands
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Illinois State licensed attorney
Knowledge of State laws and both IWCC and circuit court rules and procedures
Strong legal research and writing skills
Ability to travel as needed
3+ years' relevant practice litigation experience, including trials before IWCC arbitrators/commissioners
Preferred
Multi-state Bar admittance - additional licenses in WI and MO are a plus
Experience developing relationships with claims professionals and employers
Experience mentoring and developing junior attorneys is a plus
Benefits
Medical & Dental Plans
Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children
Health Care Flexible Spending
Dependent Care
401k Savings Plans
Paid Time Off
Company
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a multinational property and casualty insurance company.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-11-13IPO
Leadership Team
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Daniel Pacicco
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Carl Canales
Executive Vice President - North American Field Operations
Recent News
2025-11-07
2025-11-05
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