Complex Commercial Litigation Associate

SDV Fenchurch (US); Naples (FL); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Remote-friendly within US

Job summary

SDV Fenchurch (US) seeks a Complex Commercial Litigation Associate in Naples, FL with hybrid and remote flexibility across the US. You will handle complex insurance coverage and commercial disputes for policyholder clients.

Applicants must have a Florida Bar admission, a J.D., and 3+ years of experience, plus strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills. You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with clients and cross-office teams.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 3+ years in insurance coverage or complex litigation.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and advocacy materials.
• Conduct and defend depositions, handle written discovery, and manage motion practice.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, senior attorneys, and cross-office teams while mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Advocacy

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

jobs Verified: 10 Sept 2026 Naples, FL (Hybrid preferred / Open to Remote US candidates)

Complex Commercial Litigation Associate

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Organising Institution / Firm

SDV Fenchurch (US)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Naples, FL (Hybrid preferred / Open to Remote US candidates)

J.D. from an accredited law school; active admission to the Florida Bar (admission to additional jurisdictions is a plus); 3+ years of experience in insurance coverage, commercial litigation, construction litigation, or similarly complex matters.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

SDV Fenchurch, a global law firm built exclusively to represent policyholders in complex insurance coverage and commercial disputes, is seeking a Complex Commercial Litigation Associate for its Naples, FL office (with hybrid and remote flexibility across the US).

Key Eligibility Criteria

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the Florida Bar (admission to additional jurisdictions is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in insurance coverage, commercial litigation, construction litigation, or similarly complex matters.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Analyze complex insurance coverage issues and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and advocacy materials.
• Conduct and defend depositions, handle written discovery, and manage motion practice.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, senior attorneys, and cross-office teams while mentoring junior staff.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: $160,000 - $250,000+ plus annual bonus opportunities (based on experience, qualifications, and business generation potential).

Mode: Full-Time (Hybrid preferred in Naples, FL; open to remote candidates within the US).