Litigation Associate Attorney

Traub Lieberman is a national law firm with more than 90 attorneys in offices across the United States. We provide a full range of services to our clients across 18 service areas. Traub Lieberman is looking to expand its Insurance Defense practice group. We are a firm in growth mode, and we are looking for attorneys interested in growing with us. We offer an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant and supportive family-friendly team.

THE POSITION: LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

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

DIVERSITY

Traub Lieberman values diversity and recognizes it is an essential component of our culture and is an excellent benefit to our clients. We appreciate the role of having a diverse workforce that contributes to both our success and the world at large. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

Traub Lieberman is not accepting resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity.

Applicants must submit a PDF formatted resume and cover letter to be considered.