Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Discretionary Bonuses

Hybrid/flexible schedule

Job summary

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP in San Francisco seeks an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of civil litigation experience to join our growing team and handle a range of challenging coverage matters.

The firm offers a hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, professional development, and a culture emphasizing collaboration and client service. CA bar license is required; there are opportunities for discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 4-6 years of civil litigation experience.
• 2 years of insurance coverage experience preferred.
• Excellent academic record.
• Valid bar license in CA.

Responsibilities

• Handle challenging and complex insurance coverage issues and disputes.
• Collaborate with partners and clients in a team-oriented environment.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to case strategy.
• Support both litigated and non-litigated matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CA Bar license

Job description

Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP is seeking an Insurance Coverage Counseling and Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join our growing San Francisco 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 for this role begins at $185,000 annually, 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
• 4-6 years of civil litigation experience
• 2 years of insurance coverage experience preferred
• Excellent academic record
• Valid bar license in CA

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.