Senior Counsel, Professional Liability, Litigation

Cor Partners

. Serve as the primary legal advisor to business and operational leaders across four sister companies .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal advisory roles, particularly in insurance services and professional liability, with a strong focus on litigation management and contract lifecycle management. Proven ability to provide strategic legal guidance and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Active Bar MembershipLitigation ManagementContract Lifecycle ManagementInsurance Defense

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Hard Skills

Litigation OversightDocument ReviewSubpoena ResponseCommercial Contract NegotiationRisk Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingCollaborative ApproachHighly Organized

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Membership in Good Standing

Industry Keywords

Insurance ServicesClaims HandlingProfessional LiabilityDocument RetentionRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary legal advisor to business and operational leaders across four sister companies
Own and oversee active and pending litigation
Coordinate with outside counsel, carrier partner counsel, and internal stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes
Prepare and defend company experts for/in depositions and attend mediations
Respond to subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and document/file requests
Determine the appropriate scope of production while safeguarding privileged and confidential information
Partner with internal teams to identify, collect, and review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Provide proactive legal guidance on professional liability exposures and risk strategies tied to business operations
Advise leadership on legal, regulatory, and operational matters impacting the enterprise
Manage occasional trademark matters
Review, draft, and provide input on negotiation of commercial contracts across business and functional areas
Support development and implementation of enterprise-wide legal and compliance processes
Provide training and education on document retention, file content, and records management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing
~10+ years in insurance services, claims handling, TPA, and/or expert services
Focus on professional liability
Experience with insurance defense
Experience with litigation management
Collaboration with outside counsel, carriers, and intermediary legal partners
Hands-on experience with subpoenas, document requests, and complex productions
Contract lifecycle management: drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
Deep understanding of the insurance claims process and industry landscape
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and oral communication; ability to distill complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders
Highly organized, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity, growth-oriented environment
Consultative and collaborative approach
Must hold active bar membership in good standing

Benefits

Comp & perks

A sign-on bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered