Insurance Coverage Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with significant insurance coverage experience to join their New York City, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing insurance coverage, preparing coverage opinions, and litigating first-party claims across multiple lines of coverage, including bad faith claims.

Duties

• Analyze and interpret insurance coverage issues.
• Prepare detailed coverage opinions.
• Litigate first-party claims and bad faith claims.
• Conduct depositions and attend court hearings.
• Draft and argue motions effectively.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar required; New Jersey admission a plus.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience in litigation, including depositions and court appearances.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This mid-sized firm has its roots in the insurance industry. It is that intimate knowledge of that particular industry that has given this firm the edge over its competitors. For associates, the work may be a bit limited in terms of diversity of subject matter, but this firm provides strong training and a good partnership track that has decidedly more predictability than the average New York law firm. We hear great things about the professionalism of the attorneys at this firm, who treat associates with respect and provide great opportunities for client contact and advancement within the firm.