Associate

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an attorney to handle insurance coverage litigation in New Jersey and New York. The role involves drafting pleadings, opinions, and documents, performing legal research, and preparing correspondence for colleagues and clients.

The ideal candidate has a J.D./LL.M., admission in NJ and NY, and a track record in insurance coverage and litigation with strong writing and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• J.D./LL.M. required or equivalent.
• Admitted to practice in NJ and NY.
• Insurance coverage and litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and briefs for insurance coverage disputes.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Review and analyze insurance policies and provide coverage opinions.

Skills

Drafting Pleadings

Drafting Coverage Opinions

Drafting Interrogatories

Document Review

Preparing Correspondence

Submitting Filings

Conducting Legal Research

Analyzing Insurance Policies

Drafting Briefs

Document Demands

Education

J.D./LL.M.

Tools

Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis

Job description

Responsibilities

• Drafting pleadings and briefs
• Preparing correspondence to colleagues and clients
• Analyzing insurance policies, drafting coverage opinions and providing coverage recommendations for clients
• Conducting legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis
• Drafting interrogatories and document demands
• Reviewing document collections in preparation for litigation
• Attending depositions, hearings, and mediations as required
• Submitting filings to the court

Requirements

• 1-4 years of experience in insurance coverage litigation
• J.D./LLM
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey and New York, additional admissions a plus
• Insurance coverage and litigation experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• 1 year of clerkship preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in insurance coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting legal research, and providing coverage recommendations. Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills are essential for managing sensitive legal matters effectively.

Hard Skills

• Drafting Pleadings
• Drafting Coverage Opinions
• Drafting Interrogatories
• Document Review
• Preparing Correspondence
• Submitting Filings
• Conducting Legal Research
• Analyzing Insurance Policies
• Drafting Briefs
• Document Demands

Soft Skills

• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Ability To Handle Sensitive Matters
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability To Manage Multiple Projects

Certifications & Qualifications

• Admitted To Practice In New Jersey
• Admitted To Practice In New York

Industry Keywords

• Insurance Coverage
• Litigation
• Clerkship Experience
• Legal Correspondence
• Depositions
• Hearings
• Mediations
• Coverage Recommendations
• Legal Analysis
• Document Collections