What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Pay: $155,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunit
- yJoin a nationally recognized, pre-eminent insurance coverage law firm representing domestic and international insurers in complex, high-profile litigatio
- nWork directly alongside seasoned partners on sophisticated coverage disputes, bad faith cases, and multi-jurisdictional matters — real responsibility from day on
- eHandle a diverse docket involving primary, excess, and reinsurance policies for large multinationals, public entities, municipalities, and school district
- sHighly competitive base salary with quarterly bonuses for meeting billable hour targets and the potential for additional merit-based annual bonuse
- sFlexible hybrid work schedule with a genuine commitment to attorney wellness and work-life balanc
- eSubstantial opportunities for advancement, professional development, and building lasting client relationships in a collaborative, team-oriented environmen
- tComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), FSA, Life/AD&D, and commuter benefit
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Location: Chicago, IL | Hybrid — enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in a dynamic downtown office environmen
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Note: This role requires Illinois bar admission (2022 or earlier) and a minimum of 2 years of insurance coverage litigation experience. Candidates without coverage litigation experience will not be consider
ed.
Abou
t UsWe are a pre-eminent insurance coverage law firm with deep roots in complex litigation. Our team of seasoned trial lawyers represents insurers and reinsurers — domestic and international — in their most challenging and high-stakes cases. From coverage disputes and bad faith litigation to reinsurance arbitrations and product liability matters, we provide superior legal counsel and outstanding results. We are proud to offer a highly collaborative environment where attorneys at every level work closely with partners and develop strong client relationships. Confidential Emplo
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Job Descri
- ptionAnalyze insurance policies, draft comprehensive coverage opinions, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to insurer cl
- ientsHandle all phases of insurance coverage litigation, from pleadings through trial preparation and resol
- utionAttend and participate in depositions, court appearances, hearings, and media
- tionsDraft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and legal memoranda to the highest sta
- ndardConduct thorough legal research and translate complex findings into clear, persuasive written work pr
- oductCollaborate closely with partners, associates, and support staff on multi-matter litigation pro
- jectsCommunicate directly with clients, building trust and delivering strategic legal gui
- danceRepresent clients in court and before government age
- nciesNegotiate settlements and assist in resolving complex coverage disputes effici
ently
Qualific
- ationsJD from an accredited law
- schoolAdmitted to practice in Illinois (2022 bar admission or ea
- rlier)2 years of insurance coverage litigation experience; experience representing insurers is strongly pre
- ferredFamiliarity with commercial general liability (CGL) insurance po
- liciesStrong analytical, research, writing, and oral communication
- skillsExcellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage a fast-paced, multi-matter ca
seload
Why You Will Love Worki
ng HereThis is a firm where talented attorneys are given real work, real clients, and real responsibility — not buried in document review. You will be mentored by some of the most accomplished coverage litigators in the country and given the tools and support to grow your career quickly. The hybrid schedule respects your time outside the office, and the bonus structure meaningfully rewards your contributions. If you want to build a distinguished career at the intersection of insurance and complex commercial litigation, this is the place to
do it.
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- enefits:
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- time offRetire
- ment planVision
Salary : $155,000 - $175,000