Insurance Coverage Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced litigation associate for their Uniondale, NY office. The candidate should have a strong interest in insurance coverage matters, focusing on first or third-party liability coverage. The role involves handling coverage disputes and requires a minimum of four years of litigation experience.

Duties

• Handle coverage disputes involving duty to defend and indemnify.
• Interpret complex insurance policies and coverage positions.
• Manage multiple matters efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide excellent client service.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of litigation experience.
• Interest in insurance coverage, particularly first or third-party liability coverage.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and interpretive skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Group term life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Optional term life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses.

This boutique New York law firm offers competitive salaries and practices in the areas of trusts and estates, taxation, arbitration, mediation, ADR, and labor law. Attorneys enjoy a friendly, small-firm atmosphere.