Associate Attorney – Insurance Coverage

Tressler LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Tressler LLP seeks an experienced Associate Attorney for its New York office, requiring at least 3 years of insurance coverage experience. The candidate will possess strong skills in analyzing complex insurance policies and handling disputes.

This role involves advising insurance clients, drafting legal documents, and engaging in court hearings. The firm promotes a collaborative culture with robust professional development opportunities and competitive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in New York and in good standing.
• At least 3 years of experience handling insurance coverage matters under D&O, E&O or EPL liability policies.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance coverage issues involving professional lines claims.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and other coverage-related communications.
• Evaluate claims, policies, and underlying litigation materials to assess coverage obligations.

Skills

Analyzing complex insurance policies

Legal writing

Research skills

Advocacy skills

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of insurance coverage experience to join our New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing complex insurance policies and handling coverage-related disputes.

Our Professional Liability Practice Group is known for its comprehensive approach to handling matters related to complex insurance claims analysis and representing insurance company clients in some of the most high‑stakes coverage litigation cases across the country, including cases involving Directors and Officers (D&O), Errors and Omissions (E&O), professional liability, and cyber liability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance coverage issues involving professional lines claims, including D&O/management liability, and E&O matters.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and other coverage‑related communications.
• Evaluate claims, policies, and underlying litigation materials to assess coverage obligations and potential exposure.
• Assist with coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and related litigation materials.
• Advise insurance company clients on coverage matters and collaborate with claims professionals, adjusters, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel and participate in court hearings and oral arguments.
• Handle cyber coverage matters, as applicable.

What We’re Looking For

• Active license to practice law in New York and in good standing.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• At least 3 years of experience handling insurance coverage matters under D&O, E&O or EPL liability policies. Cyber coverage experience a plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Exceptional legal writing, research, organizational, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in a billable‑hour environment preferred.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Exposure to both coverage counseling and coverage‑related litigation, including emerging areas of risk such as cyber‑related claims.
• Opportunity to develop substantive expertise and build direct client relationships.
• National platform with the flexibility to collaborate across offices and work with attorneys nationwide.
• Collaborative culture focused on mentorship, professional development, and accessible leadership.
• Clear path for professional growth, increased responsibility, and advancement.

Featured Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid parental leave