Coverage Attorney 3-4 Year Associate

We provide legal advice and representation to commercial, specialty, professional, and surplus line insurers. Our experience covers the spectrum of insurance products in the market today.

We have resolved disputes involving many types of coverage, including commercial general liability, errors and omissions liability, directors and officers liability, public entity liability, wrap-up, builders risk, products and completed operations hazard, warranty, cyber, medical malpractice, professional & fiduciary liability, warehouse and carrier legal liability, employment practices liability, surety and fidelity, workers compensation and employers liability, farming and crop, species, jewelers block, commercial auto, equipment breakdown, protection and indemnity, ocean & inland marine, hull and cargo, health, property, and life insurance.

We represent insurers and their insureds, and cedants and their reinsurers in disputes involving high deductibles or self-insured retentions, umbrella and excess liability, and facultative, treaty, and other types of reinsurance.

Our clients rely on us to assist them in drafting endorsements and policy wordings for specialized risks. We work with them to prepare claims handling manuals, review and audit policy and program reserves, and provide guidance to corporations and risk management entities.

In regulatory matters, we coordinate and work with state agencies and insurance departments to ensure compliance of local rules and regulations. We also provide our clients with corporate and licensing advice.

World class benefits and support for team members. 1900 hour target with quarterly billable hours bonus and annual performance/discretionary bonus.

Job Details:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Coverage Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who has a strong interest in insurance coverage litigation, bad faith, reinsurance, coverage, subrogation, and possesses 4-8 years of legal experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex insurance coverage matters, providing legal advice, and representing clients in court. This role requires a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience. Exeprience handling London insurance market preferred.

Responsibilities:

1. Analyzing complex insurance policies, identifying coverage issues, and providing legal advice to clients on insurance coverage and policy language.
2. Handling all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals.
3. Representing clients in court, arbitration, and mediation proceedings.
4. Conducting legal research and providing legal opinions on insurance coverage matters.
5. Advising clients on insurance coverage, bad faith, reinsurance, and subrogation issues.
6. Developing case strategies and advising clients on potential risks and outcomes.
7. Participating in client meetings, strategy sessions, and negotiations.
8. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of insurance law, regulations, and industry trends.
9. Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure effective case management.

Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing with the state bar association.
3. 4-8 years of legal experience, with a focus on insurance coverage litigation, bad faith, reinsurance, coverage, and subrogation.
4. Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in the insurance industry.
5. Exceptional legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
6. Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
9. High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
10. Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your legal expertise and passion for insurance law in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are a dedicated, results-oriented attorney with the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.