Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage at Goodwin Recruiting summary:

An Associate Attorney specializing in insurance coverage will represent domestic and international insurers in complex liability policy matters including directors and officers, employment practices, and commercial auto liability. The role requires thorough legal research, drafting legal documents, and active client communication, with opportunities to participate in arbitrations and mediations. Candidates should have 3–5 years of insurance coverage experience, California bar admission, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Associate Attorney – Insurance Coverage

Join a respected law firm as a highly motivated attorney specializing in insurance coverage. This role offers the opportunity to represent both international and domestic insurers on a variety of liability policies, including directors and officers, employment practices, professional liability, commercial general liability, and commercial auto liability. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a stimulating team environment and is eager to tackle complex insurance coverage matters.

Attorney Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development.

Attorney Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in insurance coverage.
• Admitted to practice in California; additional bar admissions are a plus.
• Strong background in complex insurance coverage matters; litigation experience is a plus.

Attorney Preferred Background & Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies and draft coverage opinions and position letters.
• Conduct rigorous legal research, analyze findings, and draft memoranda.
• Prepare and analyze pleadings, discovery, motions, supporting briefs, and legal correspondence regarding insurance coverage.
• Meet and confer with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Attend arbitrations, hearings, and mediations as needed.
• Proactively manage matters, deadlines, and communication with clients.

Keywords:

insurance coverage attorney, insurance litigation, legal research, liability policies, directors and officers insurance, employment practices liability, commercial general liability, legal writing, client communication, California licensed attorney