Insurance Coverage Attorney

Overview

An Insurance Coverage Attorney is needed with a minimum of five years of experience (five years preferred). The role supports attorneys in the Financial Services & Capital Markets business unit and primarily focuses on insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector.

This position may include a reduced billable-hour requirement and a flexible schedule. The employer has openings across multiple offices in the United States, including a virtual office option.

Preference for candidates residing in Illinois, Michigan, or Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector
• Manage complex commercial litigation across all phases, including:
  • Conducting factual investigations and discovery
  • Preparing pleadings
  • Taking depositions
  • Participating in mediation
  • Arguing motions
  • Communicating extensively with clients
• Represent clients in insurance coverage matters, including:
  • Reviewing commercial and personal lines insurance policies
  • Drafting coverage evaluations and reservation of rights letters
  • Advising and communicating coverage positions and issues with clients

Requirements

• Experience handling insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure
• Exceptional judgment and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action
• Active bar license in the state corresponding with the office to which they are applying, or commitment to obtain one as soon as possible

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience
• Excellent academic credentials

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k)
  • Much more
• Compensation range (California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C.): $150,000 to $185,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Salaries in all other markets will vary depending on market data.

Location

• Multiple office locations across the United States, including a virtual office option.
• Preference for candidates residing in Illinois, Michigan, or Wisconsin.
• Hybrid work arrangement is available.