Meritas Advisory Group, LLC
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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LITIGATION

INSURANCE COVERAGE PRACTICE

 
Location: Miami, FL
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Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Insurance Coverage Practice Group. This growing practice handles complex, high-value coverage litigation and market conduct matters on behalf of both domestic and international insurers. The work includes commercial general liability, commercial property (including business interruption and environmental matters), errors and omissions claims involving attorneys, agents, and accountants, as well as directors and officers coverage.

 

 

Candidate Profile

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
    • Law Review and/or Honors required
  • Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
  • 2–5 years of substantive litigation experience, with a focus on insurance coverage matters
  • Experience analyzing complex insurance policies
  • Ability to provide clear coverage recommendations
  • Demonstrated experience drafting litigation-related documents
  • Experience participating in litigation proceedings, including depositions and mediations, among others
  • Familiarity with some or all of the following: bad faith insurance claims, commercial general liability, commercial property, errors & omissions, and directors & officers
  • Exceptional legal research and writing skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
 
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze insurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions
  • Provide clear and actionable coverage recommendations for clients
  • Conduct legal research using WestlawLexis, and other research tools
  • Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
  • Draft interrogatories, document requests, and responses
  • Review and analyze document collections in preparation for litigation
  • Engage in direct communication with domestic and international insurers
  • Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision
 
 

Why Join Us?

This opportunity offers a strong platform to practice within a nationally-recognized insurance coverage practice known for handling high-exposure and complex litigation matters. Associates in this group gain hands-on experience analyzing sophisticated insurance policies, litigating significant coverage disputes, and collaborating directly with clients, experts, and senior attorneys.

 

The team is known for its deep subject-matter expertise, strong mentorship, and commitment to attorney development. For associates looking to build a long-term career at the intersection of litigation and insurance law, this role provides meaningful responsibility, early client interaction, and the opportunity to work on high-profile matters within a supportive and high-performing practice.

 
 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $120,000–$160,000, as determined by experience and market factors
  • Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

 

 

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.

 

 
 
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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