Insurance Coverage Attorney
About the role
Husch Blackwell LLP is a national law firm with multiple locations across the United States, dedicated to our clients and the industries they serve. The firm believes that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes and is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We have an immediate opening for an Insurance Coverage Attorney with a minimum of five years of experience preferred. We will consider candidates for any of our offices including our virtual office, The Link, with a preference for candidates residing in Illinois, Michigan, or Wisconsin. The candidate will work primarily with attorneys in our Financial Services & Capital Markets business unit.
Responsibilities
- Handle insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector.
- Conduct factual investigations and discovery, prepare pleadings, take depositions, participate in mediation, argue motions, and maintain extensive communication with clients throughout all phases of complex commercial litigation.
- Review commercial and personal lines insurance policies, draft coverage evaluations and reservation of rights letters, and communicate with clients regarding coverage issues and coverage positions.
Requirements
- Excellent academic credentials, strong legal research and writing skills, and a demonstrated record of working well under pressure.
- Exceptional judgment, ability to effectively handle multiple projects, and ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action.
- Active bar license in the state corresponding to the office of application, or commitment to obtain one promptly.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and much more.
Pay
The compensation range in California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington, D.C. is $150,000 to $185,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salaries in all other markets will vary depending on market data.
Schedule
This position offers the possibility of a reduced billable‑hour requirement and a flexible schedule.