Staff Counsel - Illinois

AmTrust Financial Services•Chicago, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing a caseload 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Multi-state Bar admittance
Experience with Team Connect legal software and dictation

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 develops and presents 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.
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 a high level of professional expertise.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.