Insurance Defense or Coverage Attorney
Jobot - Morristown, NJ
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Award-Winning - AV-Rated Mid-Sized Regional Firm - Hybrid RemoteThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Stanton SikorskiAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 per yearA bit about us:Founded over a century ago, we are an award-winning full-service law firm recognized by Law360 as a "Powerhouse Law Firm". With multiple offices across the region and a litigation group consistently ranked by Best Lawyers, Chambers USA, and U.S. News - Best Law Firms, we pride ourselves on delivering sophisticated legal counsel and results-driven advocacy.Why join us?Competitive Base Salary Up to $200K (DOE) + Performance BonusesComprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matching 401(k), PTOHybrid Remote Flexibility - 3 days onsiteSupportive, collaborative team with deep insurance coverage experience1920 BillablesJob DetailsWe are currently hiring for two roles-Insurance Defense and Insurance Coverage:Insurance Defense Responsibilities:Defending insureds and insurers in professional, D&O, environmental, construction defect, and general liability claimsWorking on a wide range of litigation matters, from inception to resolutionDrafting pleadings, handling discovery, taking depositions, and preparing for trialParticipating in early settlement strategy and cost-effective resolutionsInsurance Coverage Responsibilities:Represent insurers in high-exposure first- and third-party coverage disputesHandle declaratory judgment actions and defend against bad faith and unfair claims practices litigationAdvise insurer clients on policy interpretation, risk transfer, indemnification, and subrogation strategyManage claims involving a broad range of policies including CGL, E&O, D&O, excess, and umbrellaCollaborate closely with insurance carriers and claims professionals to develop and execute litigation strategiesWork on matters involving professional liability, environmental claims, construction defects, and auto liabilityStay abreast of developments in insurance law, including duties owed by primary to excess carriersLooking For:Good tenure at previous firmsJ.D. and licensed to practice in New Jersey2-10 years of experience with either insurance defense or insurance coverage litigationInterested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Created: 2025-06-03