Property Coverage Associate (CA)

Software Placement Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive pay

Student loan assistance

Wellness stipend

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Property Coverage Attorney in the Los Angeles area to handle sophisticated insurance coverage matters for high-profile clients. The role involves analyzing policies, drafting coverage opinions, and supporting litigation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar status, 3+ years of property coverage experience, and strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive experience in insurance coverage matters, including property coverage.
• 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 confidential matters with professionalism.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze policies and claim materials and draft coverage opinions.
• Prepare correspondence for clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Review documents in coverage disputes and litigation.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Draft and respond to discovery, pleadings, and motions.
• Conduct depositions and participate in hearings and mediations.
• Support case strategy through all phases of litigation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Policy analysis

Litigation support

Client communication

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CA / Irvine, CA / San Francisco, CA | Schedule: Full-time, hybrid | Compensation: Associate: $160,000 – $190,000; Senior Associate: $185,000 – $225,000; Senior Counsel: $220,000 – $260,000

Overview

A respected law firm with a well-established Insurance Coverage practice is seeking a Property Coverage Attorney to join its growing team. This role offers the chance to work on sophisticated property insurance matters for high-profile clients, handling complex coverage analysis, litigation, and dispute resolution in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What you'll do

• 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

Required 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 (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

Preferred qualifications

• Prior litigation experience, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Associate: $160,000 – $190,000
• Senior Associate: $185,000 – $225,000
• Senior Counsel: $220,000 – $260,000
• Compensation commensurate with experience, skill set, and level of hire
• Annual performance-based and monthly bonus eligibility (up to $2,000)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with immediate vesting
• 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

Why this role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected insurance coverage team handling complex and meaningful matters for a diverse client base, with a collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and hybrid work flexibility.