Property Coverage Associate (CA)

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Retirement plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

An esteemed international law firm seeks a Property Coverage Attorney to join its Insurance Coverage practice in Los Angeles, Irvine, or San Francisco. The role involves sophisticated property insurance matters, policy analysis, and complex coverage litigation.

Ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, 3+ years in insurance coverage, strong research, writing, and drafting skills, and the ability to manage confidential matters.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in insurance coverage matters.
• Experience handling property insurance coverage issues, including policy analysis and claims evaluation.
• Strong background in legal research, writing, and drafting.
• Experience preparing coverage opinions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive and highly confidential matters.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Prior litigation experience, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and claim materials, draft coverage opinions, and provide strategic recommendations to clients.
• Prepare correspondence and communications for clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Review and analyze documents in connection with coverage disputes and litigation.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research using platforms such as Westlaw.
• Draft and respond to written discovery, pleadings, and dispositive motions.
• Conduct and defend depositions and participate in hearings and mediations.
• Advocate for clients in dispute resolution proceedings and support case strategy through all phases of litigation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legal drafting

Policy analysis

Litigation support

Time management

Team collaboration

Deposition experience

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

PROPERTY COVERAGE ATTORNEY

Insurance Coverage Practice Group

Location: Los Angeles, CA/ Irvine, CA/ San Francisco, CA

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Property Coverage Attorney to join its growing Insurance Coverage practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated property insurance matters for high-profile clients, handling complex coverage analysis, litigation, and dispute resolution. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and brings exceptional research, writing, and analytical capabilities to a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive experience in insurance coverage matters (experienced litigators interested in insurance coverage considered)
• Experience handling property insurance coverage issues, including policy analysis and claims evaluation
• Strong background in legal research, writing, and drafting, with demonstrated analytical rigor
• Experience preparing coverage opinions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery materials
• Ability to manage time-sensitive and highly confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients
• Prior litigation experience, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and claim materials, draft coverage opinions, and provide strategic recommendations to clients
• Prepare correspondence and communications for clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel
• Review and analyze documents in connection with coverage disputes and litigation
• Conduct comprehensive legal research using platforms such as Westlaw
• Draft and respond to written discovery, pleadings, and dispositive motions
• Conduct and defend depositions and participate in hearings and mediations
• Advocate for clients in dispute resolution proceedings and support case strategy through all phases of litigation

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected insurance coverage team handling complex and meaningful matters for a diverse client base. The practice offers a collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and exposure to sophisticated coverage disputes. Attorneys are supported with the resources and flexibility needed to thrive professionally while maintaining balance, including hybrid work arrangements and a firmwide commitment to professional development and inclusion.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary:
  • Associate: $160,000-190,000
  • Senior Associate: $185,000-225,000
  • Senior Counsel: $220,000-260,000
    Compensation is commensurate with experience, skill set, and level of hire.
• Annual Performance-basedandMonthly Bonus (up to $2,000)Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with immediate vesting; performance-based bonuses; student loan repayment assistance; generous paid time off; hybrid work flexibility; wellness stipend and dedicated wellbeing day; inclusive parental leave; professional development and mentorship programs; referral bonuses; and additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits
  

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.