Description:
The Kaufman Dolowich Los Angeles office—part of a nationally recognized law firm with more than 250 attorneys nationwide and honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms”—is seeking an Insurance Coverage Attorney with 4+ years of experience to join our growing and highly collaborative team.This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-exposure insurance coverage matters alongside nationally respected practitioners in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Our attorneys represent leading national and international insurance carriers across a broad range of complex coverage and litigation matters, while enjoying meaningful client interaction, hands-on responsibility, and exceptional opportunities for advancement.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
- Interpret insurance policies and draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and disclaimer letters
- Litigate insurance coverage matters, including handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, hearings, and trials
- Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic advice and regular case updates
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
- Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups to develop innovative, client-focused solutions
Qualifications:
- JD degree with strong academic credentials
- Admission to the California Bar required
- 4+ years of insurance coverage and/or coverage litigation experience
- Demonstrated experience interpreting insurance policies, drafting coverage opinions, and litigating coverage matters involving general liability, professional liability (E&O), Directors & Officers (D&O), employment practices liability, cyber, and/or financial institutions coverage
- Exceptional writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment