Junior level Litigation Associate Attorney (1+ Years) – Insurance Coverage & Defense | Chicago, IL-

Job ID: 400991

Practice area:- Insurance Coverage,Insurance Defense - General,Litigation - Commercial,Litigation - Document Review,Litigation - eDiscovery General,Litigation - Mediation,Personal Injury Defense

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Junior level Litigation Associate Attorney (1+ Years) – Insurance Coverage & Defense | Chicago, IL | IL Bar Required

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney (1+ Years) to join its Chicago, Illinois office. This full-time role offers hands-on litigation experience, direct mentorship from experienced litigators, and a clear path for career development—while supporting professional growth without sacrificing work-life balance.

This opportunity is actively interviewing and is ideal for candidates who want to build strong litigation fundamentals across insurance defense, insurance coverage, commercial litigation, discovery, and trial support in a collaborative environment. ________________________________________ A Chicago law firm is hiring a Litigation Associate Attorney (1+ years) to handle insurance coverage and defense matters, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and trial support. Strong mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and IL Bar required—apply confidentially today. ________________________________________ This position is designed for an attorney who wants broad-based litigation exposure and consistent opportunities to develop core skills—fact investigation, strategy, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, mediation, and trial preparation.

The practice includes Insurance Coverage analysis and litigation as well as Insurance Defense - General and Personal Injury Defense matters. The team also handles components of Litigation - Commercial, Litigation - Document Review, and Litigation - eDiscovery General, making it an excellent platform for an associate who enjoys variety and wants to develop into a well-rounded litigation practitioner. Because the work is active and deadline-driven, this role is a strong fit for candidates who are organized, responsive, and motivated to take ownership of assignments while learning from seasoned litigators. By year-end, you could be independently managing discovery tracks, taking and defending depositions with guidance, arguing motions, and serving as a key contributor in mediations and arbitration proceedings. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Conduct pre-lawsuit investigations and case analysis to evaluate claims, defenses, and exposure • Engage in written discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests to admit • Participate in depositions, including witness preparation and deposition outlines • Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions and discovery-related motions • Appear in court for hearings, status conferences, and other proceedings as needed • Assist in arbitration, Litigation - Mediation, and trials, including trial preparation and exhibit coordination • Analyze and litigate Insurance Coverage matters (policy interpretation, coverage opinions, and coverage disputes) • Perform legal research and write memoranda on liability, damages, procedure, and evidentiary issues • Support document review workflows and Litigation - eDiscovery General processes as needed ________________________________________ Qualifications • 1+ years of litigation experience preferred (insurance defense, personal injury defense, commercial litigation, or related) • Active Illinois Bar license — IL Bar required • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school • Strong work ethic, motivation, and professional judgment • Effective project management skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills • Creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities • Ability to collaborate in a team environment while also handling independent assignments This role can fit candidates coming from environments such as a Civil Litigation Associate role, a general litigation rotation, or an insurance defense practice—especially those looking to expand into coverage analysis and broader litigation exposure. ________________________________________ Culture & Firm Appeal This practice emphasizes mentorship, hands-on learning, and meaningful responsibility. Associates gain real litigation experience while working closely with experienced litigators in a supportive team setting. The firm offers a clear path for career development, with a professional environment that supports growth and performance. Attorneys who thrive here typically appreciate practical training, consistent feedback, and the opportunity to build a broad litigation toolkit that translates across industries and case types. This position rarely opens with this level of training and breadth, and the team is actively interviewing now. ________________________________________ Why This Role Is Unique • Broad litigation exposure across Insurance Coverage, defense, and commercial disputes • Real courtroom experience through motions, hearings, and court appearances • Strong emphasis on mentorship and associate development • Meaningful involvement in depositions, mediations, arbitration, and trial preparation • Great platform for associates who want to become well-rounded litigators with coverage experience If you’re targeting Chicago legal jobs that offer true skill-building, mentorship, and varied litigation exposure, this opportunity stands out. ________________________________________ Compensation & Benefits • Yearly bonuses • 401(k) with matching contribution • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance ________________________________________ Call to Action Apply now for a confidential discussion with a BCG Attorney Search recruiter. Explore this elite-level opportunity today. Submit your resume to learn more about this Chicago Litigation Associate Attorney role. ________________________________________

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