Senior Associate - Liability and Excess Coverage

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate specializing in Liability and Excess Coverage in Irvine, California. The role involves representing domestic insurers, providing coverage advice, and handling litigation related to commercial general liability and excess policies.

Duties

• Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies and draft coverage opinions.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Prepare and analyze pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Meet and confer with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Manage matters, deadlines, and client communication proactively.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington, with emphasis on California.
• Experience in insurance coverage and litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant state(s).

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Oral communication.
• Organizational and time-management.
• Problem-solving.

Benefits

• Student loan reimbursement.
• Flexible time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K Safe Harbor contribution.
• Life/AD&D Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance.
• Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.

This firm is expanding on both a domestic and global level, making it a great place for anyone interested in getting in on the ground floor. The firm is committed to facilitating leaders in international commerce, trade, and insurance. Already the recipient of numerous distinguished awards in the Eastern Hemisphere, this firm can be expected to grow in statute and reputation in coming years.