Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Monthly bonus plan

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an associate attorney in Las Vegas, NV with 3+ years of experience in insurance coverage litigation. The candidate should be proactive, motivated, and organized, with excellent research and writing skills.

The role involves drafting pleadings, handling discovery, analyzing policies, and conducting depositions and hearings as needed. Nevada bar admission is required, and strong time management and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in Nevada; multiple admissions a plus.
• 3+ years of insurance coverage experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive matters.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and briefs.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Analyze insurance policies, draft coverage opinions, and provide recommendations for clients.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Review documents in preparation for litigation.
• Attend and conduct depositions, hearings, and mediations as required.
• Submit filings to the court.

Skills

Strong research & writing

Time management

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney with over three years of experience in insurance coverage litigation for their Las Vegas, NV office. The ideal candidate will be proactive, motivated, and organized, possessing excellent research and writing skills.

Duties

• Draft pleadings and briefs.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Analyze insurance policies, draft coverage opinions, and provide recommendations for clients.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Review documents in preparation for litigation.
• Attend and conduct depositions, hearings, and mediations as required.
• Submit filings to the court.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in Nevada; multiple admissions are a plus.
• 3+ years of insurance coverage experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle matters of a highly sensitive nature.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive matters.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Capable of working within a team.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Nevada.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses, including a monthly bonus plan.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards for introducing talented colleagues.
• Access to mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits, including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave policy.
• Global mobility program.
• Retirement benefits starting on day one.