Insurance Coverage Litigation Attorney - AM LAW

I am working with a national AM LAW ranked law firm, that is looking to add an Insurance Coverage Litigation Attorney to its growing practice in Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated coverage work, client contact, and long-term career development.The successful candidate will advise insurer and policyholder clients on a wide range of complex insurance coverage matters, including both counseling and litigation-related issues.Responsibilities include:Analyzing insurance policies and advising on coverage issues.Handling declaratory judgment actions and coverage litigation.Drafting coverage opinions, pleadings, and motions.Conduct research and writing.Manage matters from pretrial through trial.Handle a variety of litigation matters as required. Analyzing insurance coverage and extra-contractual disputes. This includes drafting coverage opinions/coverage analyses. Managing claims arising from construction, professional liability, D&O, E&O, and general liability matters.Collaborating with litigation teams and interacting directly with clients and carriers.RequirementsJ.D. ideally gained at a t.40 nationally ranked law school. Licensed to practice law in Illinois.2+ years of experience in insurance coverage workStrong drafting, analytical, and communication skillsExperience working with insurers and/or policyholdersAbility to manage matters independently while working collaboratively in a team environmentThe firm is offeringBase compensation of $250k-$300kFlexible hybrid working arrangementsHigh-quality work with well-known clientsClear path for progression and professional developmentCollegial and supportive firm cultureBenefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance