Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate
About the role
A well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney to join its growing Insurance Practice Group in either its Southlake or Fort Worth office. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside highly regarded insurance coverage attorneys on sophisticated coverage matters involving a broad range of commercial and liability insurance issues. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys analyzing complex coverage issues, providing strategic coverage advice, drafting coverage opinions, and representing insurers in declaratory judgment and coverage litigation. The firm is committed to attorney development and offers a collaborative environment that emphasizes mentorship, training, professional growth, and long-term career progression.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret commercial insurance policies and endorsements
- Evaluate complex third-party liability claims and coverage disputes
- Draft detailed coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and coverage position letters
- Advise insurers regarding coverage obligations and risk exposure
- Handle declaratory judgment actions and insurance coverage litigation
- Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other litigation filings
- Manage discovery, depositions, and case strategy in coverage-related matters
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding claim developments and litigation strategy
- Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on high-exposure insurance matters
- Participate in business development and client relationship initiatives
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active Texas law license or eligibility for prompt admission
- 5+ years of insurance coverage experience
- Significant experience handling third-party insurance coverage matters
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
- Experience drafting insurance coverage opinions and coverage correspondence
- Excellent communication and client management abilities
- Ability to independently manage files while collaborating within a team environment
Qualifications
- Experience handling commercial general liability (CGL), excess, umbrella, professional liability, construction defect, transportation, or other complex liability coverage matters
- Coverage litigation experience in state and federal courts
- Prior experience representing insurance carriers
- Deposition, mediation, and hearing experience
Skills
- Strong understanding of insurance policy interpretation and coverage analysis
- Ability to evaluate complex legal and factual issues efficiently
- Exceptional written advocacy and opinion drafting skills
- Confidence interacting directly with sophisticated insurance clients
- Strong organizational and case management abilities
- A commitment to providing practical, business-focused legal advice
Benefits
- Market-based salary commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Professional development and CLE support
- Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement
- Generous PTO and holiday schedule