Senior Trial and Defense Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Senior Trial and Defense Associate Attorney role is hybrid in Chicago, IL. Compensation is $165,000–$185,000 per year. The opportunity is with an international litigation and insurance defense platform. The attorney independently manages complex litigation matters from investigation through resolution, advises clients on strategy and risk, and handles discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and trial work. The role contributes to defense representation and client service across high-exposure matters.

What you'll do

• Manage litigation caseloads from inception through resolution
• conduct claim investigations and develop litigation strategy
• advise clients on case evaluation and risk
• draft and respond to discovery
• take and defend depositions
• prepare and argue substantive motions
• handle mediations
• manage complex matters and client communications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior trial attorney

defense litigation

insurance coverage

catastrophic injury

commercial litigation

depositions

motions

mediations

hybrid

chicago il

$165k–$185k

aligned talent acquisition

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mentorship and professional development
• collaborative team environment. Compensation and benefits details are available through the recruiter.

Why this role

The opportunity includes sophisticated, high-exposure matters, significant client interaction, mentorship, and professional development.

About the employer

Aligned Talent Acquisition is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.