Insurance Coverage Attorney

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Career growth

Collegial culture

Job summary

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP in Woodland Hills, CA, seeks an Associate for the Insurance Coverage Group to represent insurers in complex coverage matters and litigation. The role emphasizes strategic litigation, rigorous research, policy analysis, and client interaction.

CA admission or pending status is required, with a path for growth within a respected firm. The firm offers broad Total Rewards, a discretionary bonus, and a competitive pay range posted between $105,000 and $200,000, reflecting

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in California or admission pending.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes and participate in coverage litigation and arbitration.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis and draft memoranda and position letters.
• Analyze insurance policies and provide coverage advice and recommendations to clients.
• Supervise and participate in mediation and settlement of underlying litigations globally.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Participate in depositions, document reviews, conferences and all aspects of coverage litigations and arbitrations.
• Interact with clients and work cooperatively with others.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Verbal Communication

Client Interaction

Time Management

Organization

Education

California Bar Admission or Pending

Job description

Role: Associate in Insurance Coverage Group

Expertise: Graduated from law school

Job Location: Woodland Hills, CA (hybrid office / remote)

Description: Represent insurers in coverage matters and insurance coverage litigation

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading defense and insurance coverage firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in California, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The firm’s coverage group is well respected for its depth and successes, and serves clients in the US, London and elsewhere in Europe, as well as the Bermuda market. Insurance coverage is one of the firm’s major practice areas, not relegated to the recesses of the firm as it is at some mega firms. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for an attorney to join the Insurance Coverage/Coverage Litigation teams in our Woodland Hills office, which represents international and domestic insurers in complex insurance and coverage litigation matters involving all manner of liability policies, including Management Liability (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime), Cyber, Professional Liability, Financial Institutions, and Commercial General Liability. We are looking for a bright attorney and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes, and perform key roles in insurance coverage litigation and arbitration;
• Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda and position letters;
• Analyze insurance policies, draft analyses of coverage issues and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients;
• Supervise and participate in the mediation and settlement of underlying litigations worldwide;
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;
• Participate in depositions, document reviews, conferences and all aspects of coverage litigations and arbitrations;
• Work cooperatively with others; and
• Interact with clients.

Education and Experience Required

• Admission to practice in California or admission pending;
• Excellent academic credentials; and

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $105,000 - $200,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.