Insurance Coverage Associate

Associate Attorney – Insurance Coverage

Chicago, IL

$140,000–$175,000

A premier insurance defense firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Insurance Coverage practice in Chicago. This is a good opportunity for an insurance attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, direct partner access, and hands-on experience with sophisticated first-party property coverage matters.

If you’re ready to take ownership of your cases not just support them this role offers the platform to grow your litigation skills and your career.

What You’ll Do

• Lead insurance coverage matters from inception through resolution, including trial


• Partner closely with senior attorneys while independently managing your own docket


• Draft and argue dispositive and substantive motions in state and federal courts


• Conduct written discovery, depositions, and examinations under oath


• Provide strategic coverage advice to claims professionals and in-house counsel


• Prepare clear, practical, and well-reasoned coverage opinions

What We’re Looking For

• 2-5 years of insurance coverage litigation experience


• Active Illinois bar admission and admission to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (or eligibility to obtain)


• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills


• Confidence managing client relationships and providing direct advice


• Organized, proactive, and comfortable taking full ownership of files

Why This Role?

• Immediate hands-on litigation responsibility


• Direct mentorship and collaboration with experienced partners


• Significant client interaction and advisory exposure


• Competitive compensation and clear growth trajectory

If you’re looking for substantive litigation work, real client access, and the opportunity to build your practice within a thriving coverage group, we’d love to hear from you.