Associate - Insurance Defense - Chicago - 200k

NEW IN - Midlevel Insurance Defense Litigation Associate | General Liability Matters | Chicago, Illinois On Site | Aviation-related experience a plus

A confidential boutique litigation firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Associate to join its Chicago practice. This is a 100 percent defense-side litigation role handling sophisticated general liability matters, with the opportunity to support aviation-related disputes depending on experience and interest.

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

• Defense-side litigation role focused on meaningful responsibility for active matters, suitable for an associate who can run with cases.
• Opportunity to broaden a strong insurance defense foundation into aviation-adjacent work (where prior exposure exists).
• Boutique platform with a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

THE ROLE

• Manage insurance defense litigation matters involving premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, and related general liability claims.
• Handle day-to-day case development including pleadings, written discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, and trial preparation as needed.
• Work directly with clients and internal stakeholders to develop strategy, evaluate exposure, and drive matters toward resolution.

LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Schedule:

In office 5 days/week

Compensation:

$100,000 to $200,000 base salary (commensurate with experience)

REQUIREMENTS

• Active Illinois bar admission in good standing.
• 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience, including premises liability, product liability, wrongful death, and similar matters.
• Experience level sufficient to work up a case with minimal supervision (including independently managing core litigation tasks).
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

• Aviation-related litigation experience is a strong plus.

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