Associate - Specialty (Insurance Coverage)

Larson Maddox; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible PTO

Hybrid schedule

Mentorship & global exposure

Student loan repayment

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Larson Maddox is seeking an Insurance Coverage & Litigation Attorney to join its California practice. The role focuses on complex insurance coverage and commercial litigation matters, advising insurer clients while developing advisory and litigation skills within a collaborative, global platform.

The position offers a hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, flexible PTO, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term career growth, with optional student loan repayment and comprehensive wellness

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Experience in insurance coverage and/or coverage litigation, or a strong commercial litigation background with interest in coverage work.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and provide coverage advice and opinions to insurer clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda in coverage litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and apply findings to complex insurance disputes.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and client strategy discussions.
• Manage matters proactively, including deadlines, client communication, and overall case strategy.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Time management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Insurance Coverage & Litigation Attorney - California

A leading international law firm is seeking an Insurance Coverage & Litigation Attorney to join its growing California practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex insurance coverage and commercial litigation matters, advising sophisticated insurer clients while developing a strong mix of advisory and litigation skills within a collaborative, global platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and provide coverage advice and opinions to insurer clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda in coverage litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and apply findings to complex insurance disputes.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and client strategy discussions.
• Manage matters proactively, including deadlines, client communication, and overall case strategy.

Key Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the California Bar.
• Experience in insurance coverage and/or coverage litigation, or a strong commercial litigation background with interest in coverage work.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive compensation: Base salary ranging from $160,000 to $260,000, depending on experience and level.
• Work-life balance: Flexible PTO structure and manageable expectations.
• Flexible work arrangements: Hybrid schedule available.
• Growth opportunity: Strong mentorship, global platform exposure, and opportunities for long-term career development.
• Additional perks: Monthly bonus opportunities, student loan repayment contributions, and comprehensive wellness benefits.