Associate Attorney (mid-level)

Fields Howell LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Fields Howell LLP in Yardley, PA, seeks an attorney with 3–6 years of litigation experience to join its insurance coverage and defense practice. The ideal candidate will handle complex matters, interact with insurers and corporate clients, and grow in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment.

A New Jersey or Pennsylvania bar is required; New York license is a strong plus. Responsibilities include representing carriers, analyzing policies, drafting opinions, managing discovery, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 3–6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or coverage.
• Active bar admission in PA, NY, NJ, DE or MD (PA preferred).
• Experience with depositions, motions, and discovery management.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent insurance carriers and their insureds in complex litigation matters
• Analyze insurance policies and prepare coverage opinions and legal memoranda
• Manage litigation from claim investigation through resolution, including strategy development
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and arbitrations
• Assist with trial preparation and case strategy
• Communicate directly with insurer clients regarding case developments and legal strategy

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Case management

Client communication

Education

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

Job description

About Fields Howell LLP: Established in 2004, Fields Howell is a premier boutique law firm specializing in insurance coverage and defense with offices in Atlanta, Miami, greater Philadelphia and Nashville. The firm has earned a Band 1 ranking by Chambers USA in Georgia and built a reputation for client-driven service and deep industry expertise. Fields Howell's attorneys handle matters across all 50 states and Latin America. With a commitment to client satisfaction, we build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that extend beyond individual assignments. About The Opportunity Fields Howell's Yardley office is not a typical suburban law office, and this is a unique firm and opportunity. The office's attorneys handle high-exposure matters, complex litigation, and appellate work for international clients and high net worth individuals without having to commute into and out of Philadelphia and New York. The office features a collaborative environment designed to develop attorneys into future firm partners. Our ideal candidate has 3 to 6 years' litigation experience, top academics, and a desire to be part of a team where business generation is not required for advancement. The firm is looking for attorneys that are seeking a place to grow and develop while meeting the demands of sophisticated clients. Successful candidates will regularly interface with insurers and corporate legal departments. Attorneys have an opportunity to work on direct defense, litigation monitoring, and coverage. A New Jersey or Pennsylvania bar license is required, while applicants with additional licenses including New York (strong plus) are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent insurance carriers and their insureds in complex litigation matters
• Analyze insurance policies and prepare coverage opinions and legal memoranda
• Manage litigation from claim investigation through resolution, including strategy development
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and arbitrations
• Assist with trial preparation and case strategy
• Communicate directly with insurer clients regarding case developments and legal strategy Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• 3 to 6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or coverage.
• Active bar admission in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland (PA preferred)
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, and discovery management
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases deadlines simultaneously
• Interest in developing case management and supervisory skills
• Experience analyzing insurance policies and drafting coverage opinions strongly preferred
• Experience working directly with clients and collaborating with attorneys and legal support staff For more information on our firm and practice areas, please visit www.fieldshowell.com Why Join Fields Howell
• Work on complex insurance coverage matters with national scope
• Collaborative, mentorship-driven environment designed to develop attorneys
• Opportunity for early responsibility and direct client interaction
• Boutique firm culture with sophisticated national practice, without the Philadelphia or New York commute
• Early responsibility and meaningful opportunities to grow as an attorney
• Business generation is not required for advancement
• Benefits include: Annual & quarterly bonus opportunities, 401(k) employer safe harbor contribution, health/dental/vision & life insurance, paid parental leave, professional development assistance Job Type: Full-time

Pay

$155,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance