Insurance Coverage Attorney

Insurance Coverage Attorney: Lateral / Senior Associate

Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid schedule possible)

Established law firm in Chicago is seeking a skilled Insurance Coverage Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of experience to join its growing team. This role involves handling complex coverage matters across various policy lines and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex insurance coverage matters from analysis to resolution.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation-of-rights letters, and duty-to-defend or indemnify evaluations.
• Litigate declaratory judgment actions in both state and federal courts, including at the appellate level.
• Advise clients on risk transfer, policy interpretation, and potential extracontractual exposure.
• Draft and negotiate policy language across multiple lines (CGL, property, E&O, cyber, umbrella/excess, D&O, etc.).
• Collaborate with litigation teams on underlying matters to align coverage strategy.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois; federal court admission preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience focused on insurance coverage litigation and counseling.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with a wide range of commercial insurance products.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases independently.
• Effective communication skills and client-facing experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience).
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Professional development and CLE support.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Relocation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.