Insurance Litigation/Coverage Associate

The Chicago office of Kaufman

Kaufman Dolowich, an AV-rated? firm designated one of the ?Best Companies to Work For? among recognized by U.S. law firms by U.S. News & World Report, news in their list of ?Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms?is seeking an associate with 3 or more years of experience. The candidate would be joining a growing, dynamic firm with more than 200 attorneys nationwide.

The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial litigation or insurance coverage.

KD offers a competitive base salary, annual discretionary bonus, performance-based bonus, professional and client development and a full comprehensive benefits package.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent clients in commercial litigation and professional liability litigation.
• Analyze insurance policies to identify coverage issues and draft coverage opinions, reservations, and disclaimers.
• Represent clients in insurance coverage litigation.

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Experience or interest in insurance coverage, cybersecurity, defense litigation and/or commercial litigation is a plus.
• Superior academic credentials from a top-tier accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the Illinois bar. Indiana is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

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Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total annual compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $200,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition rewards package, including the potential to base salary, Kaufman Dolowich offers an annual discretionary bonus, earn performance-based bonus, unlimited PTO, professional bonuses.

Target Hiring Range: $130,000-$200,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and client development, does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate?s experience, skills, and a full job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits package.offering for full-time employees.

As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a five-time six-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KDV KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KDV KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.