Insurance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Insurance Associate in Houston, TX, to join its third-party insurance practice team. The role involves handling litigation for various third-party coverage lines and providing advisory support for domestic and London clients. Candidates can choose between litigation and advisory roles, depending on their preference.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of lawsuit management, including depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trials.
• Provide policy interpretation and conduct legal research.
• Prepare coverage position letters and opinions.
• Advise on policy wording proposals and risk transfer.

Requirements

• Three to five years of Texas insurance coverage experience.
• Experience with Commercial General Liability, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Auto policies.
• Strong legal knowledge of third-party insurance issues.
• Experience in federal and state courts.
• Experience in negotiation and mediations.
• Experience defending personal injury claims or acting as monitoring counsel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Excellent academic credentials.

Certifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Strong writing and research skills.
• Ability to write effective legal documents.

Benefits

• Flexible work-from-home policy.
• Formal mentoring program.
• Opportunities for professional networking and development.

With offices in the U.S. and London, this firm serves clients in the areas of labor and employment, litigation, business, admiralty, insurance coverage, and healthcare. Committed to client service and legal excellence, the firm and the lawyers have been recognized among the best in client and peer-reviewed industry awards and rankings. The firm offers its employees exceptional opportunities and resources to help them learn, grow and develop in the practice of law.