Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Uniondale, NY, is seeking a highly motivated Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in insurance coverage, with relevant experience being preferred. This role requires excellent legal research, writing, interpersonal, and client relationship skills. The firm offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel to clients on insurance coverage issues and disputes.
• Handle all aspects of insurance coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
• Perform in-depth legal research and provide clear, concise legal analysis and opinions.
• Represent clients in both state and federal courts in insurance coverage matters.
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements.
• Conduct depositions and participate in court hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with clients to strategize and offer legal solutions to complex insurance coverage problems.
• Maintain client relationships by providing regular case updates and managing client expectations.
• Stay informed on developments in insurance coverage law to effectively represent clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law, with some experience in insurance coverage preferred.
• Strong interest in insurance coverage law and commitment to developing expertise in this area.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills, with the ability to produce well-organized, persuasive legal documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• New York State Bar admission is required.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in the state of New York.

Skills:

• Expertise in legal research and writing, with a focus on insurance coverage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.

Benefits:

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Group term life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Optional term life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Aflac insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses.

This boutique New York law firm offers competitive salaries and practices in the areas of trusts and estates, taxation, arbitration, mediation, ADR, and labor law. Attorneys enjoy a friendly, small-firm atmosphere.