Insurance Coverage Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

WFH policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in New York (Manhattan) seeks an experienced attorney (5-7 years) with coverage litigation and defense experience for its commercial property insurance group. The candidate must be admitted to the New York State Bar and can progress large complex litigation independently, with a flexible work-from-home policy and collaboration across offices.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and writing skills and contribute to a team renowned for professional

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in coverage litigation and defense for commercial property insurance.
• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Strong analytical, research and writing skills.
• Ability to progress large complex litigation independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from case evaluation to trial.
• Collaborate with lead attorneys across offices and practice areas.
• Provide strategic thinking to meet client objectives during litigation.

Skills

Litigation

Defense experience

Strong analytical skills

Legal research and writing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The New York (Manhattan) office of WSHB is looking for an experienced attorney (5-7 years) with coverage litigation and defense experience for commercial property insurance group representing the major carriers. The group seeks to add a skilled litigator with strong analytical skills to add depth to its team and who can independently progress large complex commercial litigation. You must be admitted to the New York State Bar - no exceptions.

WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation from case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB and the New York office provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program

Salary depends on experience.