Insurance Defense Litigation Associate

Traub Lieberman is a national law firm with over 90 attorneys across offices nationwide. We offer a comprehensive range of legal services across 18 practice areas. We are expanding our Insurance Coverage Practice Group and seeking attorneys who are eager to advance their careers alongside us. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive, and family-friendly team as we build the future together.

Traub Lieberman is seeking an Insurance Defense Litigation Associate to work in its downtown Chicago office. The candidate should have 1-2 years of insurance defense experience, including conducting depositions and attending court appearances. Job responsibilities include independent case management, conducting discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, research and analysis, client reporting, time entry, and appearances at case management conferences, mediations, pre-trial settlement conferences, and depositions.

The successful candidate must be a well-organized self-starter and able to manage tasks and deadlines independently, while keeping key stakeholders informed of case status. Traub Lieberman provides a collaborative team environment, and colleagues gladly offer training and answer questions to support the success of team members. As a member of our team, the attorney will have the benefit of gaining hands-on experience and working closely with partners invested in their professional development and growth.

Our Chicago office offers a flexible work environment with remote workdays. The office regularly plans optional social functions to foster team engagement and connectivity.

REQUIREMENTS:

1-2 years of insurance defense litigation experience
JD from an accredited university
Strong communication, writing, and research skills
Admitted in the State of Illinois

Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience in professional negligence, medical malpractice, and/or construction litigation. Additional consideration will also be given to candidates admitted in Michigan, Indiana, and/or Wisconsin.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Mentorship program
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life, short term and long term disability insurance
401(k) plan
Flexible Spending and Dependent Flex Spending Account
Commuter Benefits
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid cell phone and cell phone service
In-house continuing education credits
Associate Bonus Program
Employee referral incentive
Various voluntary benefits
Employee Discounts

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability in our recruiting and promotion practices.