Insurance and Reinsurance Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance and Reinsurance Litigation Associate in Portland. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 7 years of experience in insurance coverage and commercial litigation, with a strong understanding of professional liability, general liability, and directors and officers insurance policies.

Duties

• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions.
• Manage all facets of discovery and discovery motion practice.
• Conduct depositions and make court appearances.
• Engage in business development and client management.
• Independently manage cases.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of insurance coverage issues.
• Extensive civil litigation experience.
• Experience with business development preferred.

Education

• Excellent academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Superior research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

This nationally renowned firms Portland office represents domestic and international clients in a variety of legal matters with a special focus on independent power producers and utility companies. These matters include conventional power projects, state and federal energy regulations, sale and finance of renewable energy, utility mergers and acquisitions, reliability compliance, renewable source integration, and utility partnership tax. They also represent clients in various real estate development projects. Their staff strives to make a positive difference in their community.