Senior Litigation Attorney Chicago
Overview
Clausen Miller P.C. seeks a Senior Level Associate / Partner Level litigation attorney specializing in Professional Liability Casualty Employment Medical Malpractice. The ideal candidate will own third party liability insurance litigation defense and consulting across Chicago. Minimum 6 years experience required. Illinois license mandatory with Indiana or Wisconsin license as advantage. Competitive compensation and full benefits available.
What You'll Do11
- 1Design and execute legal strategy for complex insurance disputes
- 2Lead high-stakes litigation involving casualty and employment cases
- 3Mentor junior associates through case management and client counseling
- 4Develop risk mitigation frameworks for corporate clients
- 5Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve regulatory matters
- 6Present findings to senior partners and judicial bodies
- 7Streamline document review processes using automation tools
- 8Analyze precedent and craft persuasive arguments for trial
- 9Drive settlement negotiations achieving favorable outcomes
- 10Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive client information
- 11Implement process improvements to enhance firm efficiency
Requirements11
- 16+ years experience in third party liability insurance litigation defense and consulting
- 2Illinois bar license required
- 3Indiana or Wisconsin license preferred
- 4Professional Liability certification preferred
- 5Minimum 5 years employment law experience
- 6Proven track record of successful settlements
- 7Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
- 8Ability to handle multiple complex matters simultaneously
- 9Strong analytical abilities for risk assessment
- 10Experience with legal research databases
- 11Familiarity with court procedures and filing requirements
Salary Insight
$135 - $165k per year
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