Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance (short-term &Long

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) with generous match

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Garden City, NY seeks a motivated Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate with 5+ years of experience. The role requires NY admission, strong writing and research skills, and experience with discovery, motions, and depositions. Federal Court experience is a plus; insurance defense experience is beneficial.

The position emphasizes collaboration and client-focused service. The successful candidate will manage complex litigation, draft opinions and pleadings, and maintain

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in insurance coverage or related fields.
• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience with written discovery, motions, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Insurance defense experience is a plus; Federal Court experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance and reinsurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions.
• Review complex insurance contracts and assess related legal issues.
• Advise on risk transfer strategies.
• Communicate with clients to provide clear and strategic coverage recommendations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Manage litigation caseloads, including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice.
• Perform in-depth legal research and respond to regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain strong client relationships by adhering to client guidelines.
• Accurately record and maintain billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Time management

Legal research

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Legal research tools

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate to join their team in Garden City, NY. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance coverage or related fields and will demonstrate strong judgment and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to advance in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Duties

• Analyze insurance and reinsurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions.
• Review complex insurance contracts and assess related legal issues.
• Advise on risk transfer strategies.
• Communicate with clients to provide clear and strategic coverage recommendations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Manage litigation caseloads, including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice.
• Perform in-depth legal research and respond to regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain strong client relationships by adhering to client guidelines.
• Accurately record and maintain billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met.

Requirements

• Admission to practice in the State of New York is required; CT, PA, NJ is a plus.
• Federal Court experience is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in insurance coverage or related fields.
• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience with written discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Insurance defense experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with generous vested match.
• Flexible work options.
• Paid time off.