Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate or Junior Partner

BCG Attorney Search; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with match

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate or Junior Partner in Rocky Hill, CT. The candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in insurance coverage or related fields and be admitted to practice in Connecticut; admission in neighboring states is a plus.

Responsibilities include analyzing policies, drafting coverage opinions, handling discovery, motions, depositions, and trial preparation while maintaining strong client relationships and meeting billable

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in the State of Connecticut is required; admission in MA, NY, NJ, or PA is a plus.
• CT court litigation experience is required; federal court experience is a plus.
• At least 3 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance and reinsurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions.
• Review complex insurance contracts and assess related legal issues.
• 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 and delivering exceptional service.
• Accurately record and maintain billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing & research

Communication

Time management

Legal drafting

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate or Junior Partner to join their team in Rocky Hill, CT. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in insurance coverage or similar insurance-related work, including litigation experience in Connecticut courts. Federal court experience is a plus.

Duties

• Analyze insurance and reinsurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions.
• Review complex insurance contracts and assess related legal issues.
• 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 and delivering exceptional service.
• Accurately record and maintain billable hours while ensuring all deadlines are met.

Requirements

• Admission to practice in the State of Connecticut is required; admission in MA, NY, NJ, or PA is a plus.
• CT court litigation experience is required; federal court experience is a plus.
• At least 3 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

Licensed to practice law in Connecticut.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

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