Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney

Job Title: Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Clarence, NY is seeking an ambitious Associate Attorney to join their Insurance Recovery, Counseling & Litigation team. The firm specializes in nationwide insurance coverage disputes, advising clients on a wide range of coverage issues and maximizing insurance recoveries. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment with significant growth potential.

Duties:

• Assist in resolving complex insurance coverage disputes for policyholder clients.
• Review and analyze insurance policies across various coverage types, including general liability, excess/umbrella, professional, cyber, and more.
• Handle claims and litigate insurance coverage disputes.
• Draft and review contractual indemnity and insurance provisions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys for guidance and training on specific legal issues.
• Provide counsel on insurance-related matters in various sectors, including construction and corporate transactions.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in insurance coverage law or a related field.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues and collaborate with clients and internal teams.
• Previous experience in insurance policy review, claims handling, or litigation is preferred but not required.
• Experience with construction insurance coverage or corporate transactional work is a plus.
• Must be licensed to practice law in New York.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Effective oral communication and client interaction skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

Job Location:
Clarence, New York

Benefits:

• Health insurance with multiple plan options (including HDHP/HSA-qualified plans).
• Dental insurance (including orthodontic coverage).
• Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
• 401(k) plan with a guaranteed safe harbor contribution and profit sharing.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits include specified disease, hospital, and accident coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health support.
• Legal work discount program.