PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC in Miami, FL seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Property & Casualty Insurance practice in a hybrid role. This AmLaw 200 firm offers sophisticated insurance coverage disputes, including bad-faith matters, with a collaborative environment that emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, Florida Bar in good standing, and 3–6 years of insurance coverage litigation, with strong research and

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of insurance coverage litigation experience.
• Substantive experience handling bad-faith insurance matters.
• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Active Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• Federal or state appellate clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent insurers and clients in complex insurance coverage litigation.
• Analyze policies, coverage issues, exclusions and applicable case law.
• Handle bad-faith claims and related insurance disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses regarding coverage and bad-faith issues.
• Manage matters efficiently while meeting court, client, and internal deadlines.
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments, strategy, risk, and next steps.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, clients, and other professionals on litigation strategies.
• Contribute to a service-oriented team environment that values responsiveness and high-quality work.

Skills

Litigation experience

Bad-faith insurance

Legal research

Writing skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Client service

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Florida Bar admission in good standing

Job description

PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Insurance Coverage Litigation

Location: Miami, FL

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Property & Casualty Insurance practice in Miami, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented litigator to handle sophisticated insurance coverage disputes, including bad-faith matters, in a collaborative environment that values initiative, teamwork, and exceptional client service.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record and demonstrated writing skills
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing, required.

• 3–6 years of insurance coverage litigation experience
• Substantive experience handling bad-faith insurance matters
• Demonstrated understanding of insurance coverage and bad-faith issues
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to responsiveness and outstanding client service
• Federal judicial clerkship or state appellate clerkship experience is a plus

Key Responsibilities

• Represent insurers and other clients in complex insurance coverage litigation
• Analyze insurance policies, coverage issues, exclusions, and applicable case law
• Handle bad-faith claims and related insurance disputes
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare written analyses regarding coverage and bad-faith issues
• Manage matters efficiently while meeting court, client, and internal deadlines
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments, strategy, risk, and recommended next steps
• Collaborate with partners, associates, clients, and other professionals to develop effective litigation strategies
• Contribute to a service-oriented team environment that values drive, responsiveness, and high-quality work

Why Join Us?

This position offers the chance to play acentral roleinsignificant litigationmatters with meaningful courtroom exposure and trial involvement. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative culture, emphasizing professional growth, mentorship, and opportunities to lead on complex cases. Attorneys in this group benefit from hands‑on experience, partner access, and a platform that supportslong-term developmentandcareer advancementwithin anationally respected business litigation practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $180,000-$195,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.