Property Coverage Associate JR1726

Software Placement Group, SPG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Bonuses based on performance

Student loan repayment assistance

Generous paid time off

Wellness stipend

Parental leave

Professional development programs

Mentorship programs

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Leading International Law Firm is seeking a Property Coverage Attorney to join its Insurance Coverage practice. The role involves handling sophisticated property insurance matters for high-profile clients, including coverage analysis, litigation, and dispute resolution within a collaborative environment.

You will analyze policies, draft opinions, prepare client communications, and support case strategy through all phases of litigation with a focus on confidentiality and professional discretion.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3-8 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, 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.

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
• 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

Case management

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

JD degree

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Location: San Francisco preferred (additional locations available: Irvine/Los Angeles CA, Denver CO, Miami FL, Atlanta GA, Chicago IL, New York NY, Seattle WA, Dallas TX); Fully Remote | Schedule: Full-time, hybrid work arrangements available | Compensation: Associate $160,000 – $190,000; Senior Associate $185,000 – $225,000; Senior Counsel $220,000 – $260,000

Overview

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 within 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 litigationConduct 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
• 3-8 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, 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
• 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
• 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 exposure to sophisticated coverage disputes.