Tressler LLP · 13 hours ago
Associate Attorney
Tressler LLP is an award-winning law firm seeking an insurance coverage associate attorney to join their Professional Liability Practice Group in Chicago. The role involves assisting with litigated general and professional liability coverage and bad faith matters, analyzing coverage issues, and preparing legal documents while collaborating with a team of legal professionals.
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Responsibilities
Assisting with litigated general and professional liability coverage and bad faith matters in both state and federal courts
Analyzing coverage issues and drafting coverage position correspondence
Preparing pleadings, discovery, and motions
Communicating with clients and preparing reports to clients
Participating in status conferences, court hearings, depositions, and mediations, as necessary
Participating in case strategy and execution in highly-valued, complex, and contentious litigation
Qualification
Required
Active bar license in Illinois
Insurance coverage experience for matters both in and out of litigation
Litigation experience in either state or federal courts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills
Preferred
Approximately 2-3 years of insurance coverage experience in both professional and general liability matters
Basic state and federal litigation experience being a plus
Experience handling general and professional liability coverage matters
Basic understanding of state and federal litigation or be willing to learn
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Skilled in legal research, analysis, and writing
Superb administrative and organizational skills
Polished presentation skills
Diligent, driven, and eager to learn
Ability to work independently and take ownership of their work
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) and Company Match
Paid parental leave
Willis Tower Gym Membership