Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Segal McCambridge; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Insurance Coverage Group in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The role focuses on third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters, providing an opportunity to manage cases with autonomy while receiving mentorship from seasoned attorneys. Ideal candidates have an active Florida law license and at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive compensation and various benefits, including a hybrid work schedule, 401(k), and professional development assistance.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters.
• Experience drafting coverage opinions and reservation of rights letters.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent insurers in coverage litigation and related bad faith proceedings.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while taking ownership of assigned matters.

Skills

Drafting coverage opinions

Strong litigation skills

Legal research

Client communication

Time management

Education

Active Florida law license

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm with nearly four decades of experience, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Insurance Coverage Group. This role focuses on third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters on behalf of insurer clients and offers an outstanding opportunity to build sophisticated coverage and litigation experience within a collaborative, well-supported team. Attorneys in this position will manage their own case files with meaningful autonomy while benefiting from mentorship and training from partners with deep expertise in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. The work is substantive, client-facing, and designed for attorneys who want to continue sharpening their skills in a thriving practice group.

What You’ll Do

• Handle third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters from inception through resolution
• Draft coverage opinions and reservation of rights letters
• Represent insurers in coverage litigation and related bad faith proceedings
• Analyze complex factual and legal issues and develop strategic recommendations
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while taking ownership of assigned matters

What We’re Looking For

• Active Florida law license in good standing
• At least 2 years of experience in third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters
• Experience drafting coverage opinions and reservation of rights letters
• Strong litigation skills, including motion practice and discovery
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy abilities
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines efficiently
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work product
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Federal court experience preferred

Why Segal McCambridge

This position allows you to immediately contribute to meaningful work for sophisticated clients while continuing to grow professionally. The role is based in our Fort Lauderdale office, but may also be based in Tampa, offered on a hybrid schedule, or fully remote for the right candidate.

We offer competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and credit for business origination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account and flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance and referral programs

About Segal McCambridge

Founded in 1986, Segal McCambridge has grown from a four-attorney practice in Chicago into a national litigation firm with offices across the United States. Our attorneys routinely counsel and defend Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters, including insurance coverage and bad faith, product liability, construction, employment, environmental, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and more.

If you are seeking an opportunity with a growing, collegial firm that values high-quality work and professional development, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume.