Property Coverage Associate (CA)

Sun Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with immediate vesting

Performance-based bonuses

Student loan repayment assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a Property Coverage Attorney for a leading international law firm in Los Angeles, Irvine, or San Francisco.

The role emphasizes sophisticated property insurance matters, policy analysis, and dispute resolution in a fast-paced team environment. The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier school, active bar admission, and 3+ years of property insurance experience with strong research, writing, and drafting 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.
• Experience handling property insurance coverage issues, including policy analysis and claims evaluation.
• Strong background in legal research, writing, and drafting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and claim materials; draft coverage opinions.
• Prepare communications for clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Review documents for coverage disputes and litigation.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Draft and respond to discovery, pleadings, and motions.
• Defend depositions and participate in hearings and mediations.
• Advocate for clients in dispute resolution and support case strategy.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Collaboration

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Tools

Westlaw

Electronic discovery tools

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.