Associate Attorney Insurance Coverage

About the role

Lippes Mathias is one of the nation's 200 largest law firms, with 400 professionals across 17 offices nationwide, including 230 attorneys. The firm has built a full-service business law practice with a national footprint and deep roots in each community it serves by investing in people who want to grow alongside the firm. The culture prioritizes accessible leadership, meaningful development opportunities, and a work environment that respects life outside the office. "Supportive" was the top word employees used to describe the work environment on a recent anonymous survey.

As an associate attorney, you'll have access to Lippes Mathias' Wayfinder Academy, a meticulous and strategic associate development program where you'll learn first-hand from experienced attorneys about all aspects of building and maintaining a successful legal practice, with an emphasis on business-side essentials like billing and business development. Associates meet regularly with the director of engagement to give feedback on their experience, and through the mentorship program, each associate is assigned an experienced attorney mentor who can advise in all areas of navigating the life of a practicing attorney.

The firm is recognized year after year through peer and client nominations by The Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Chambers USA.

Our insurance coverage practice is nationwide in scope and assists policyholder clients in resolving complex insurance coverage disputes, securing carrier participation in defense and settlement of claims, and maximizing insurance recoveries. The team advises on the full spectrum of insurance coverage issue areas, including general liability, excess/umbrella, professional, pollution, cyber, auto, property, builders' risk, employee dishonesty, directors and officers, and wrap-up programs, among others.

Responsibilities

• Represent policyholders in insurance coverage matters, including reviewing insurance policies, handling claims, litigating insurance coverage disputes, and/or drafting contractual indemnity and insurance provisions.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar (or eligibility for admission)
• Three to seven years of experience, preferably in Insurance Recovery, Counseling & Litigation
• Experience with insurance policies, coverage issues, particularly construction insurance coverage, and litigation and/or corporate transactional work is a plus
• Strong and effective analytical, writing, and overall communication skills
• A client-service orientation and a desire to develop business over time
• A self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills who is comfortable managing multiple matters simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision, beginning your first month
• Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Paid parental leave
• Long-term disability (firm-paid)
• Life/AD&D insurance
• For roles at downtown locations, firm-arranged parking is available
• Complimentary snacks and beverages in the break room

Pay

Salary range: $115,000-$155,000/year. This is a good faith estimate for the position based on location and minimum criteria. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law.