Insurance Coverage and Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Generous holiday schedule

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is looking for an Insurance Coverage and Litigation Associate to join their New York, NY office. This role offers flexibility for remote or in-office work and involves drafting coverage opinions and litigating complex cases.

The ideal candidate will have a JD degree and a minimum of four years of experience in coverage matters and litigation. The firm offers a robust benefits package, including unlimited PTO, medical coverage, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in coverage matters and litigation.
• Current NY Bar admission in good standing.
• Experience with state and federal court proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Draft coverage opinions and review claim documents.
• Analyze and assess policy language.
• Litigate declaratory judgment and bad faith actions.
• Update and provide a wide range of insurance coverage services.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation management

Discovery and depositions

Education

JD degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance Coverage and Litigation Associate for its New York, NY office. The role involves providing comprehensive insurance coverage services, including drafting coverage opinions, analyzing claim documents, and litigating declaratory judgment and bad faith actions across various jurisdictions. The position offers flexibility for remote or in-office work.

Duties

• Draft coverage opinions and review claim documents.
• Analyze and assess policy language.
• Litigate declaratory judgment and bad faith actions.
• Update and provide a wide range of insurance coverage services.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of experience in coverage matters and litigation.
• Experience with private equity, fiduciary, errors and omissions, D&O, and other professional liability policies.
• Ability to manage litigation from inception to trial.
• Experience with state and federal court proceedings.
• Current NY Bar admission in good standing.

Education

JD degree with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications

Current NY Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in managing discovery and depositions.

Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements.
• Unlimited PTO and generous holiday schedule.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Pet insurance at discounted group rates.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) and commuter benefits spending account.
• Employee assistance plan for employees and family members.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
• Firm-paid bar dues, CLEs, and membership to select professional organizations.
• Employee referral program.