Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP in Denver seeks an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of civil litigation experience and insurance coverage background to join our growing team.

We offer a hybrid/flexible schedule, competitive salaries and benefits, strong growth opportunities, client engagement, and a commitment to diversity. The candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school and be Bar Certified in CO.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience.
• At least one year of insurance coverage experience preferred.
• Excellent academic record.
• Bar Certified in CO.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation and insurance coverage matters for clients.
• Advise clients and coordinate with partners on complex disputes.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and business opportunities.

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance coverage experience

Strong writing skills

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar Certified in CO

Job description

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is seeking an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of experience to join our growing Denver office and become an integral part of the firm's legal team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to handle challenging and complex issues and disputes (litigated and non-litigated) involving a wide array of industries, subject matters, and legal principles while also developing expertise in a constantly evolving practice area. Our firm promotes a highly collaborative work environment, where attorneys work directly alongside partners in all six offices, have regular client contact, and are encouraged to develop client relationships.

Ideal candidates are self-starters who possess strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to think strategically and problem-solve difficult concepts. Civil litigation or insurance coverage experience is required.

We offer a hybrid/flexible work schedule, highly competitive salaries and benefits, substantial opportunities for advancement and professional development, and a commitment to diversity, employee wellness, and community service.

Associate attorney compensation ranges from $160,000-$240,000 annually, for attorneys meeting the qualifications listed below,with the final offer commensurate with experience. In addition to base compensation, there is the potential for annual performance-based raises and discretionary bonuses. The firm provides benefits plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the 401(K) Profit Sharing Plan, which includes employer contributions.

Education/Experience/Certifications Required:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• 3-5 years of civil litigation experience
• At least one year of insurance coverage experience preferred
• Excellent academic record
• Bar Certified in CO

Qualified candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter summarizing your work history to Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We support and encourage workforce diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability in any of our recruitment, hiring, or placement processes.

NOTICE TO LEGAL SEARCH FIRMS:

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP does not accept applications or resumes from placement or search agencies. There are no exceptions to this policy, no contract will be formed, and no placement fee will be paid with respect to any resume submitted to the Firm by an agency. Resumes received by agencies will be immediately discarded.