Insurance Coverage Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance Coverage Litigation Attorney with 3-4+ years of experience for its Morristown, New Jersey office. This role involves representing and advising national and international insurers in complex insurance coverage matters, including pollution, toxic tort, asbestos, construction defect, products liability, errors and omissions, and excess liability cases.

Duties

• Develop litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes and class-actions.
• Conduct complex legal research and draft memoranda.
• Analyze insurance policies and provide coverage advice.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings and mediations.
• Manage and supervise associates and paralegals.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in all courts in New York; New Jersey admission preferred.
• 3-4+ years of insurance coverage litigation experience.
• Experience with product liability policies and depositions.
• State and federal court experience.
• Excellent academic credentials and solid work history.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York; New Jersey preferred.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Interpersonal, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Robust disability coverage.