Description:
Experienced and Nationally-Recognized Defense Attorneys is a leading defense and insurance coverage firm with 130+ lawyers and eight offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm's coverage group is well respected for its depth and successes, and serves clients in the US, London and elsewhere in Europe, as well as the Bermuda market. Insurance coverage is one of the firm's major practice areas, not relegated to the recesses of the firm as it is at some mega firms. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.This position is for an attorney with 3-6 years' experience to join the Insurance Coverage/Coverage Litigation teams in our New York City or Westchester offices, who represent international and domestic insurers in complex insurance and coverage litigation matters involving all manner of liability policies, including Management Liability (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime), Cyber, Professional Liability, Financial Institutions, and Commercial General Liability. We are looking for a bright attorney and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.
Responsibilities:
- litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes, and perform key roles in insurance coverage litigation and arbitration;
- complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda and position letters;
- insurance policies, draft analyses of coverage issues and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients;
- and participate in the mediation and settlement of underlying litigations worldwide;
- and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;
- in depositions, document reviews, conferences and all aspects of coverage litigations and arbitrations;
- cooperatively with others; and
- with clients.
Education and Experience Required:
- Admission to practice in either New York or New Jersey;
- At least three years of experience, either in commercial litigation, or in-house experience with liability insurance policies;
- Excellent academic credentials; and
- Solid work history.
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
