Hybrid Transactional Liability Associate

Harris Beach Murtha; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Beach Murtha seeks a mid-to-senior level associate to join our Transactional Liability Practice. The role focuses on representing insurance companies in claims arising under policies covering mergers and acquisitions, tax matters, and contingent liability risks.

The candidate should have strong analytical, writing, and communication skills for sophisticated insurance coverage matters. The associate will review policies and claims, draft memoranda, and negotiate agreements while

Qualifications

• 4+ years of insurance coverage, transactional liability, or related business litigation experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency with Excel.
• Admission to the MA, NY, NJ, or CT Bar, or eligibility for admission in one of those jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Represent insurance company clients in transactional liability matters and related insurance products.
• Review and analyze insurance policies, transactional liability claims, and related agreements in connection with mergers and acquisitions, tax positions, contingent risks, and other complex business transactions.
• Assist clients with evaluating, investigating, and resolving claims under transactional liability policies.
• Draft and negotiate agreements related to transactional liability claims.
• Collaborate closely with clients, brokers, and outside professionals throughout the transactional claims process.
• Interact with clients to service existing work and develop strong client relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Harris Beach Murtha seeks a mid-to-senior level associate to join our Transactional Liability Practice. The role focuses on representing insurance companies in claims arising under policies covering mergers and acquisitions, tax matters, and contingent liability risks.

The candidate should have strong analytical, writing, and communication skills for sophisticated insurance coverage matters. The associate will review policies and claims, draft memoranda, and negotiate agreements while