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COUNSEL ATTORNEY – LITIGATION

INSURANCE COVERAGE PRACTICE

 
HYBRID Locations: New York, NY | Morristown, NJ

REMOTE Locations: Atlanta, GA | Miami, FL | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX

 

 

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Counsel Attorney to join its dynamic Insurance Coverage Practice Group. This team represents domestic and international insurers in high-exposure, multi-jurisdictional matters involving pollution, toxic tort, asbestos, construction defect, products liability, errors and omissions, excess liability, and other complex coverage disputes. This role is ideal for a seasoned attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable leading major components of litigation, and is seeking an opportunity for meaningful responsibility and professional growth.

 

 

Candidate Profile

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing, with the ability to practice in all NY courts
    • New Jersey bar admission (in ADDITION to NY) is preferred
  • 7–12 years of substantive experience with insurance coverage litigation
  • Experience handling product liability-related coverage matters strongly preferred
  • Extensive deposition experience and familiarity with examinations of key witnesses
  • Demonstrated ability to manage matters in both state and federal courts
  • Proven history of drafting detailed coverage analyses and providing strategic recommendations to insurer clients
  • Leadership capability to supervise associates and paralegals effectively
  • Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentoring abilities
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain discretion
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple fast-moving matters simultaneously
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, anticipate, and resolve issues efficiently
 
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex insurance coverage disputes and class actions
  • Conduct sophisticated legal research and draft detailed legal memoranda
  • Analyze insurance policies and claims, and prepare comprehensive coverage evaluations and recommendations
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests, interrogatories, and other litigation documents
  • Attend court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences
  • Draft litigation correspondence and manage communication with opposing counsel, clients, and courts
  • Supervise associates, paralegals, and litigation support teams
  • Manage multiple matters with substantial independence and strategic judgment
 
 

Why Join Us?

This Counsel-level opportunity provides a platform to work on some of the most challenging and high-profile insurance coverage matters in the country. The practice is known for its deep expertise, sophisticated client portfolio, and involvement in complex, high-value disputes in both state and federal courts.

 

Attorneys in this group benefit from a collaborative culture, high-level mentorship, and strong institutional investment in professional development. Counsel receive significant autonomy, client contact, and leadership opportunities while contributing to impactful litigation involving major insurers and national claims.

 

This role is well-suited for an attorney seeking long-term career growth, strategic litigation work, and a position within a high-performing yet collegial team.

 
 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $210,000–$240,000, 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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