Partner - First-Party Commercial Property Insurance Coverage

Lewis Brisbois; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

The Akron, OH office of Lewis Brisbois is seeking a seasoned Partner-level Insurance Coverage Attorney focusing on first-party commercial property. A portable book of business is not required as the incoming partner will join an established, high-volume practice.

This national Insurance Coverage Practice interprets contracts and represents insurers in complex coverage claims nationwide, with exposure to mediations, arbitrations, and declaratory relief in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of dedicated insurance coverage experience with emphasis on first-party commercial property.
• Partner-level capabilities with ability to independently manage a complex caseload.
• Active Ohio bar in good standing; multi-state admissions a plus.

Responsibilities

• National Practice Management: lead and manage first-party property matters on a national scale.
• Evaluate high-value commercial property losses, including large fire losses and business interruption.
• Oversee arson and fraud investigations and conduct EUOs of insureds and witnesses.
• Drive coverage litigation from inception through trial for carriers.

Skills

Insurance coverage

EUOs

Litigation

Trial experience

First-party property

Education

Ohio Bar Admission

Tools

Litigation management software

Job description

Overview

The Akron, OH office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking a seasoned, Partner-level Insurance Coverage Attorney specializing in first-party commercial property to join our thriving, nationally recognized practice. Because the incoming partner will step into an established, high-volume practice, a portable book of business is not required.

Lewis Brisbois is a recognized leader in the area of insurance coverage and claims. Our Insurance Coverage Practice focuses on interpreting contracts of all kinds and representing insurers in complex coverage claims. Such representation includes monitoring, mediations, arbitrations, and declaratory relief litigation in state and federal courts throughout the United States. The firm represents primary and excess insurers, reinsurers, third-party administrators, managing general agents, insurance brokers and agents, and independent adjustment companies. Collectively, our attorneys have experience in virtually every line of business.

We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer match.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• National Practice Management: Lead and manage first-party commercial property coverage matters on a national scale.
• Complex Claims Evaluation: Analyze high-value commercial property losses, including large-scale fire losses, casualty events, business interruption, and commercial dishonesty claims.
• Fact-Finding & Investigations: Oversee and participate in complex arson and fraud investigations.
• Examinations Under Oath: Regularly conduct detailed Examinations Under Oath (EUOs) of insureds and key witnesses.
• Litigation & Trial Work: Drive strategic coverage litigation from inception through trial, actively representing carriers in federal and state courts.

Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of dedicated insurance coverage experience, with a heavy emphasis on first-party commercial property.
• Career Level: Current Partner or Senior Counsel with clear partner-level capabilities, seasoned judgment, and the ability to independently command a complex caseload.
• Core Skills: Proven track record in coverage litigation, conducting EUOs, managing investigations, and trial preparation or first-chair trial experience.
• Bar Admission: Active license in good standing in Ohio. Multi-state admissions are a plus.

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