Insurance Coverage Defense Associate

Gfeller Laurie LLP; West Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

PTO and holidays

CLE support

Cell phone stipend

Firm events

Job summary

Gfeller Laurie LLP in West Hartford, CT, is seeking an Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate with 3+ years of defense experience. You will handle day-to-day case management, depositions, pleadings, and discovery in a national civil defense practice, working closely with partners.

The firm emphasizes mentorship, advancement, and a collaborative culture, with hybrid remote/in-person work and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school required.
• Admitted to practice in Connecticut.
• 3+ years of Insurance Coverage defense litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Insurance Coverage civil defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate (3+ Years)

Location: West Hartford

Practice Area: Civil Insurance Defense Litigation

Why Gfeller Laurie

• Meaningful, hands-on litigation experience from day one where associates are provided early responsibility and direct involvement in case strategy
• Collaborative, collegial environment where people genuinely enjoy working together
• Direct access to partners and meaningful mentorship
• Clear and attainable paths for advancement in a growing litigation firm
• Reasonable annual billable expectation designed to support high-quality client service, professional growth, and work-life balance

About Us

At Gfeller Laurie LLP, our success is driven by our people. We are a collaborative, growth-oriented defense litigation firm known for delivering exceptional client service while fostering a supportive, engaging, and team-oriented environment. We take pride in developing our attorneys, investing in mentorship, and creating meaningful opportunities for advancement.

Our continued growth is creating opportunities for attorneys to expand their practice, take on increased responsibility, and play a meaningful role in the firm’s long-term success.

The Opportunity

We are a dynamic and growing litigation boutique law firm with a national practice, seeking confident and ambitious associate attorneys with 3+ years of Insurance Coverage litigation experience for the firm’s West Hartford Connecticut office. Successful candidates will assist in defending clients in a wide range of civil defense litigation matters from complex commercial disputes to personal injury claims. Candidates must have a law degree from an accredited law school to be considered for these positions.

Our associate attorneys within this practice are highly valued contributors, responsible for day-to-day case management, reporting to clients, handling written discovery, attending depositions, court appearances, trial preparation and trials. Strong analytical, organizational, research and writing skills, as well as a genuine interest in developing sophisticated experience and skills in civil defense litigation contexts, are crucial. Associate attorneys will work closely with the firm’s civil litigation partners and therefore, successful candidates must be well-versed in all aspects of their state’s applicable practice rules and procedures.

Competitive salary and benefits. Hybrid remote/in person work arrangements will be considered

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Insurance Coverage civil defense matters from inception through resolution
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend court conferences, hearings, and mediations
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy
• Maintain strong client communication and deliver high-quality legal work

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Connecticut (required)
• 3+ years of Insurance Coverage defense litigation experience
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Additional state bar admission(s) a plus (PA, NJ, MA, NY, or VT preferred)
• Base Salary range: $140,000 + commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Bonus opportunities based on performance
• Medical, dental and supplemental insurance
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• CLE and professional development support
• Cell phone stipend
• Firm-sponsored events, team-building activities, and more

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gfeller Laurie LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a professional workplace free from discrimination and harassment.