Staff Counsel - Illinois

Overview

Responsible for managing a case load from inception to resolution. Responsibilities include pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.  

Responsibilities

• Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims. 

• Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present initial defense strategies on behalf of the Insured. 

• Drafts pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies. 

• Prepares for, attends and handles all activities related to full trial and/or appeals, as assigned. 

• Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues. 

• Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills. 

• Assists in developing training materials for the Claims Department. 

• Works with the Claims Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed. 

• Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct. 

• Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases. 

• Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise. 

• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned. 

The salary range for this role is $110,000-$135,000. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago, Illinois. Base pay offered may vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics. This range may be modified in the future.

Qualifications

• State licensed attorney 

• Knowledge of State laws, local court policies and procedures 

• Strong legal research and writing skills 

• 1-5 years’ relevant practice group litigation experience 

Preferred: 

• Multi-state Bar admittance 

• Experience with Team Connect legal software and dictation 

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.