Associate Attorney - Insurance Counseling Coverage and Litigation

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible schedule

Competitive salaries and benefits

Advancement opportunities

Diversity and community service

Job summary

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP seeks an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of civil litigation experience to join our Dallas office and be an integral part of the firm. Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, and civil litigation or insurance coverage experience is required.

We offer a hybrid/flexible schedule, highly competitive salaries and benefits, advancement opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• Analytical writing and communication skills required.
• Civil litigation experience is essential.
• Insurance coverage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance coverage and civil litigation matters across industries.
• Collaborate with partners across offices and maintain client contact.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and provide strategic counsel.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is seeking an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of civil litigation experience to join our growing Dallas office and become an integral part of the firm's legal team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to handle challenging and complex issues and disputes (litigated and non-litigated) involving a wide array of industries, subject matters, and legal principles while also developing expertise in a constantly evolving practice area. Our firm promotes a highly collaborative work environment, where attorneys work directly alongside partners in all six offices, have regular client contact, and are encouraged to develop client relationships.

Ideal candidates are self-starters who possess strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to think strategically and problem-solve difficult concepts. Civil litigation or insurance coverage experience is required.

We offer a hybrid/flexible work schedule, highly competitive salaries and benefits, substantial opportunities for advancement and professional development, and a commitment to diversity, employee wellness, and community service.

Associate attorney compensation ranges from $160,000-$240,000, with the final offer commensurate with experience. In addition to base compensation, there is the potential for annual performance-based raises and discretionary bonuses. The firm provides benefits plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the 401(K) Profit Sharing Plan, which includes employer contributions.

Education/Experience/Certifications Required:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• 4-6 years civil litigation experience
• At least 2 years of insurance coverage experience preferred
• Excellent academic record
• Valid bar license in TX

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability in any of our recruitment, hiring, or placement processes.

NOTICE TO LEGAL SEARCH FIRMS: Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP does not accept applications or resumes from placement or search agencies. There are no exceptions to this policy, no contract will be formed, and no placement fee will be paid with respect to any resume submitted to the Firm by an agency. Resumes received by agencies will be immediately discarded.