Coverage Attorney Mt Laurel NJ

Marshall Dennehey; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Benefits package

Lifestyle Account

Career stability

Diversity commitment

Job summary

Marshall Dennehey, P.C. in Mt. Laurel, NJ seeks attorneys with an interest in insurance coverage. The role blends research, writing, hands-on litigation, and client interaction, with mentorship and growth across the firm.

Ideal candidates value analytical writing and analysis and are drawn to trial advocacy. Dual PA/NJ licensure is preferred but not required, with option to work from Philadelphia or Mt Laurel offices, or both.

Qualifications

• Candidates who enjoy analytical writing and analysis, but are drawn toward the excitement of trial advocacy.
• Balanced mix of research, writing, hands-on litigation, and client interface.
• Coverage group represents insurance companies handling coverage questions, declaratory judgments, and defense of coverage/bad faith suits.
• Dual PA/NJ licensure is preferred but not mandatory.
• Consideration for Philadelphia, PA or Mt Laurel, NJ offices, or a combination of both.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced shareholders and associates who mentor and develop skills.
• Gain confidence and capability to grow into full case management at your own pace.
• Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills are highly valued within litigation teams.

Skills

Analytical writing

Legal writing

Research

Trial advocacy

Communication skills

Job description

Join a team where collaboration matters, mentorship is intentional, and your growth as an attorney is a firm-wide priority.

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with more than 60 years of dedicated service, is seeking Attorneys to join our Mt. Laurel office with an interest in insurance coverage.

The Opportunity

Specifically, we are looking for candidates who enjoy analytical writing and analysis, but who are also drawn toward the excitement of trial advocacy. This role provides a balanced mix of research, writing, hands on litigation and client interface. Our coverage group represents insurance companies in navigating all manner of coverage questions, filing declaratory judgement actions and defending coverage and bad faith suits involving all lines of insurance. Dual licensure in PA and NJ is preferred but not a prerequisite. Depending on interest, consideration could be given to the candidate working out of either our Philadelphia, PA, our Mt Laurel, NJ offices, or a combination of both.

Compensation range

$105,000 - $150,000+ depending on experience and portable business.

The posted compensation range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Your Development Matters

At Marshall Dennehey, we invest in our attorneys. While you are not expected to independently manage cases from inception through trial on day one, you will work closely with experienced shareholders and associates who are committed to mentoring and skill development. Through hands‑on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal‑setting, you will gain the confidence and capability to grow into full case management at your own pace.

Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills are highly valued—and continuously refined—within our litigation groups.

Firm Culture

We pride ourselves on a diverse, inclusive, and open‑door culture where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is encouraged, and attorneys at all levels have direct access to leadership. Our attorneys thrive because they are supported.

A Long-Term Career

Marshall Dennehey seeks attorneys who are looking for a true “forever home.” We value steady career growth, internal advancement, and attorneys who want to build lasting professional relationships—while helping others succeed along the way.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year
• A comprehensive benefits package
• The firm‑funded Marshall Associate Advantage TM Lifestyle Account
• Long‑term stability and a clear future with the firm
• Commitment to Diversity

Marshall Dennehey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/M/F/D/V) and is deeply committed to fostering workplace diversity. Our efforts have been recognized by numerous publications, including the 2022 “Tipping the Scales” Award from the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.