Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate

Larson Maddox; Southlake (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based salary

Bonus opportunities

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development and CLE

Bar dues reimbursement

Generous PTO

Job summary

Larson Maddox is seeking an experienced Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney to join the Insurance Practice Group in Southlake or Fort Worth. You will work with senior attorneys on sophisticated coverage matters across commercial and liability insurance issues.

The role involves analyzing policy language, drafting opinions, and representing insurers in declaratory judgment and coverage litigation, with substantial client interaction and career growth opportunities. Hybrid schedule available.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school required.
• Active Texas law license or eligibility for admission.
• 5+ years of insurance coverage experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Experience drafting coverage opinions and related correspondences.
• Ability to manage files independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret commercial insurance policies and endorsements.
• Evaluate third-party liability claims and coverage disputes.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and coverage position letters.
• Advise insurers on coverage obligations and risk exposure.
• Handle declaratory judgment actions and coverage litigation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions and briefs.
• Manage discovery, depositions, and case strategy.
• Communicate with clients on claim developments and litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with partners on high-exposure matters.
• Participate in business development and client relationships.

Skills

Juris Doctor

Texas law license

Insurance coverage experience

Legal research

Writing skills

Client management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Southlake or Fort Worth, Texas | Hybrid Flexibility Available

About the Opportunity

A well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney to join its growing Insurance Practice Group in either its Southlake or Fort Worth office. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside highly regarded insurance coverage attorneys on sophisticated coverage matters involving a broad range of commercial and liability insurance issues.

This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys analyzing complex coverage issues, providing strategic coverage advice, drafting coverage opinions, and representing insurers in declaratory judgment and coverage litigation.

The firm is committed to attorney development and offers a collaborative environment that emphasizes mentorship, training, professional growth, and long-term career progression.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will handle sophisticated third-party insurance coverage matters from inception through resolution. The attorney will work directly with clients, analyze policy language, evaluate coverage obligations, draft coverage opinions, and assist with litigation strategy in state and federal courts.

This position provides substantial client interaction and meaningful responsibility while working as part of an experienced insurance coverage team.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret commercial insurance policies and endorsements
• Evaluate complex third-party liability claims and coverage disputes
• Draft detailed coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and coverage position letters
• Advise insurers regarding coverage obligations and risk exposure
• Handle declaratory judgment actions and insurance coverage litigation
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other litigation filings
• Manage discovery, depositions, and case strategy in coverage-related matters
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding claim developments and litigation strategy
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on high-exposure insurance matters
• Participate in business development and client relationship initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active Texas law license or eligibility for prompt admission
• 5+ years of insurance coverage experience
• Significant experience handling third-party insurance coverage matters
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
• Experience drafting insurance coverage opinions and coverage correspondence
• Excellent communication and client management abilities
• Ability to independently manage files while collaborating within a team environment

Preferred

• Experience handling commercial general liability (CGL), excess, umbrella, professional liability, construction defect, transportation, or other complex liability coverage matters
• Coverage litigation experience in state and federal courts
• Prior experience representing insurance carriers
• Deposition, mediation, and hearing experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong understanding of insurance policy interpretation and coverage analysis
• Ability to evaluate complex legal and factual issues efficiently
• Exceptional written advocacy and opinion drafting skills
• Confidence interacting directly with sophisticated insurance clients
• Strong organizational and case management abilities
• A commitment to providing practical, business-focused legal advice

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established and respected regional law firm platform
• Sophisticated insurance coverage practice
• Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility
• Strong mentoring and attorney development programs
• Collaborative team-oriented culture
• Opportunity for long-term career advancement
• Exposure to complex, high-value insurance coverage matters
• Growing practice with a stable client base

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package that may include:

• Market-based salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional development and CLE support
• Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement
• Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Practice Focus

This position is particularly well suited for attorneys currently practicing in:

• Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Defense with significant coverage experience
• Complex Commercial Litigation involving insurance issues
• Construction Coverage
• Transportation Coverage
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Excess and Surplus Lines Coverage
• Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Claims

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced insurance coverage attorney seeking sophisticated work, long-term growth potential, and a collaborative platform within a respected regional law firm.