Litigation Defense Associate

Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry is seeking a Litigation Defense Associate with 4-6 years of experience for its downtown Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated 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. Our Chicago office offers a flexible work environment with remote workdays. The office regularly plans optional social functions to foster team engagement and connectivity.

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 opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work closely with partners who are invested in their professional development and growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Illinois
• 4-6 years of insurance defense litigation experience
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills

Additional consideration will also be given to candidates admitted in Michigan, Indiana, and/or Wisconsin.

Benefits Package

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as AD&D, Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity,
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Flex Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Paid cell phone and cell phone service
• In-house continuing education credits
• Associate Bonus Program
• Employee referral incentive

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 our recruiting, hiring, and promotion practices.