Hybrid NYC Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Tressler LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Tressler LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of insurance coverage experience to join our New York, NY office. The role requires a strong background in analyzing complex insurance policies and handling coverage-related disputes.

Our Professional Liability Practice Group handles high-stakes coverage litigation on behalf of insurance company clients, including D&O, E&O, and EPL matters. The position is hybrid in our New York City office.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in New York and in good standing.
• At least 3 years of experience handling insurance coverage matters under D&O, E&O or EPL liability policies.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Exceptional legal writing, research, organizational, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in a billable-hour environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance coverage issues involving professional lines claims, including D&O/management liability, and E&O matters.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and other coverage-related communications.
• Evaluate claims, policies, and underlying litigation materials to assess coverage obligations and potential exposure.
• Assist with coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and related litigation materials.
• Advise insurance company clients on coverage matters and collaborate with claims professionals, adjusters, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel and participate in court hearings and oral arguments.

Skills

Legal writing

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Oral advocacy

Education

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

Job description

Tressler LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of insurance coverage experience to join our New York, NY office. The role requires a strong background in analyzing complex insurance policies and handling coverage-related disputes.

Our Professional Liability Practice Group handles high-stakes coverage litigation on behalf of insurance company clients, including D&O, E&O, and EPL matters. The position is hybrid in our New York City office.