Associate Attorney

Zelle International LLP; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zelle International LLP is seeking an Associate with 2-4 years of experience in first part and/or third party property insurance litigation for their Oakland office. The role requires strong critical thinking and communication skills. Responsibilities include examining claims, preparing coverage opinion letters, drafting pleadings, attending hearings, and conducting depositions. Candidates must possess California bar membership. Join Zelle to experience a firm that values community, culture, and career growth.

Qualifications

• At least 2-4 years of experience in first party and/or third party property insurance litigation.
• Experience in examination of claims and preparation of pleadings.
• Desire to learn and grow within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Examine claims and prepare coverage opinion letters.
• Prepare pleadings and attend hearings.
• Conduct depositions as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Oral communication

Written communication

Tenacity

Education

California bar membership

Job description

Description

Zelle LLP is an international litigation law firm with offices across the United States and in London. We specialize in complex and challenging insurance disputes and litigation matters for a broad range of clients. We are not your typical law firm. Our commitment to building community, culture, diversity, focusing on shared financial rewards, and career growth are the core values that make Zelle a different kind of firm. Make your career home at Zelle!

Requirements

We have an exciting and unique opportunity for an Associate with at least 2-4 years of experience in first party and/or third party property, to join our Oakland office. People with tenacity, critical thinking, passion, and a desire to learn, are able to thrive at Zelle. Candidates must have experience in first party and/or third party property insurance litigation and coverage disputes, along with stellar oral and written communication skills. The position will include the examination of claims, preparation of coverage opinion letters, preparation of pleadings, discovery, hearing attendance, and depositions. California bar membership is required.