Insurance Coverage Attorney Employment Practices Liability (EPL)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a proactive Insurance Coverage Attorney specializing in Employment Practices Liability (EPL) to support a team representing both international and domestic insurers. This role involves providing coverage analysis, advice, and recommendations on complex EPL claims, focusing on liability policies and claims management. Ideal for an attorney with strong analytical, writing, and client interaction skills, this position offers opportunities for professional development and engagement in a collegial and collaborative work environment.

Duties

• Coverage Analysis: Issue thorough coverage opinions and analyze liability and damages in underlying EPL claims.
• Client Consultation: Identify coverage issues, defenses, and provide advice and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Claims Monitoring: Oversee EPL claims from start to resolution, including complex litigation management.
• Claims Resolution: Collaborate with policyholders and defense counsel on claim strategies, settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Client Interaction: Maintain regular communication with clients, brokers, policyholders, and defense counsel.
• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with team members and other departments to ensure seamless client support.

Requirements

• Bar Admission: Admission to practice law in New York or New Jersey (or pending admission).
• Experience: Background in insurance or employment-related matters preferred but not required.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively counsel clients and colleagues.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar Admission: Licensed or eligible for admission in New York or New Jersey.

Skills

• Research and Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in legal research and coverage analysis, with an ability to address complex EPL matters.
• Client Confidence: Ability to interact professionally and build rapport with clients.
• Organizational Skills: Effective time management and project prioritization abilities.
• Problem Solving: Capacity to identify and resolve issues efficiently in high-stakes scenarios.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness coverage.
• Career Development: Support for professional growth and advancement in a collaborative environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model with flexible remote options.
• Professional Development: Resources and opportunities for ongoing learning and career growth.

This role is ideal for an attorney ready to engage deeply with EPL coverage issues in a supportive firm that values client service and professional advancement.

This law firm was founded around two decades ago to provide exceptional legal services to their domestic and international clients. Their practice areas include general liability, healthcare law, insurance coverage, appellate practice, product liability defense, commercial litigation, and during home and long term care. Their office is located in New York.