Associate - Liability and Excess Coverage

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San Francisco, CA

Associate - Liability and Excess Coverage

Attorney

1-7 yrs required

No

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated attorney with 2-4 years of experience in insurance coverage litigation to join their team in San Francisco, CA. The role involves representing international and domestic insurers on various liability policies, including fidelity, directors and officers, employment, professional, property, excess, and commercial general liability policies. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is interested in complex insurance coverage litigation matters.

Duties

• Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies and draft coverage opinions.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Prepare and analyze pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Meet and confer with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Manage matters, deadlines, and client communication proactively.

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice in California; additional bar admissions are a plus.
• Experience in insurance coverage and coverage litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Student loan reimbursement.
• Flexible time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K Safe Harbor contribution.
• Life/AD&D Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance.
• Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.