Insurance Attorney

Illapa Search; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Illapa Search is partnering with a leading international law firm to hire an experienced Insurance Associate for their Denver office. The role focuses on complex insurance coverage matters, advising clients in both contentious and non-contentious contexts.

You will collaborate with seasoned attorneys, build expertise across first- and third-party insurance issues, and develop your practice within a sophisticated, globally connected practice.

Qualifications

• Experience practicing in insurance coverage, insurance litigation, or related area.
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting abilities.
• Attention to detail in complex matters with high accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Commercially-minded with a commitment to developing a career in insurance law.
• Capable of working collaboratively while taking ownership of matters.
• Strong academic and professional record.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients on insurance coverage matters in contentious and non-contentious settings.
• Handle a broad range of insurance issues and provide litigation support with senior attorneys.
• Develop expertise and take ownership of matters while collaborating with a global practice.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project management

Commercial awareness

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Illapa Search are working with a leading international law firm seeking an experienced Insurance Associate to join its growing Denver team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious insurance lawyer looking to develop their career within a sophisticated, highly regarded practice handling complex coverage matters for major clients.

You will work on a broad range of sophisticated insurance coverage matters, advising and representing clients in both contentious and non-contentious matters. The practice handles complex first- and third-party insurance issues and provides counsel and litigation support across a wide range of insurance products. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys on significant matters, gaining exposure to complex legal and commercial issues while developing your own practice.

About You!

• Experience practising in insurance coverage, insurance litigation or a closely related area.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting and analytical skills.
• Experience handling complex legal matters with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• A commercially minded approach and genuine interest in developing a career in insurance law.
• The ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of individual matters.
• A strong academic and professional record.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised law firm with a strong insurance practice, working on complex matters alongside experienced lawyers and sophisticated clients.

The Denver office provides a collaborative environment with opportunities to develop your technical expertise, take on meaningful responsibility and build a long-term career within a growing international platform. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive team environment, professional development opportunities and exposure to high-quality insurance work across a broad range of matters.