Senior Counsel

About the Firm

Our client is a globally recognized law firm and one of the premier names in the insurance industry. With a strong national and international presence, the firm is known for handling sophisticated insurance coverage, litigation, and risk management matters for insurers and corporate clients across a wide range of industries. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative culture, significant professional development opportunities, and access to complex, high-profile matters.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Property Insurance Coverage Attorney to join its growing Insurance Coverage practice. This position offers the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized team handling complex property coverage matters, policy analysis, coverage opinions, and insurance-related litigation. The role offers significant flexibility and can be based in Texas, California, Washington, or New York. Depending on location and team preferences, attorneys may work on a hybrid schedule of two days in the office and three days remotely, while some candidates may also be eligible for a fully remote arrangement. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to deepen their insurance coverage expertise while working on sophisticated matters for leading insurers and commercial clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies, claims materials, and coverage issues.
• Draft detailed coverage opinions and recommendations for clients.
• Advise clients regarding property insurance coverage disputes.
• Conduct legal research and analysis utilizing Westlaw and other legal research platforms.
• Prepare correspondence and client-facing communications.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings.
• Manage written discovery and document analysis.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop strategic solutions for complex coverage matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in good standing; California licensure strongly preferred.
• Prior insurance coverage experience required.
• Strong understanding of property insurance coverage matters.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client matters simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a broader team.
• Solid academic credentials and/or demonstrated professional success.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with experience:

• Associate: $160,000 - $190,000
• Senior Associate: $185,000 - $225,000
• Senior Counsel: $220,000 - $260,000+ monthly and annual bonus

In addition, attorneys are eligible for:

• Monthly performance bonuses
• Annual performance-based bonuses
• Flexible PTO
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Referral bonus programs
• Robust mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Wellness benefits
• Fully paid parental leave
• Retirement benefits beginning on day one

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join one of the most respected insurance law platforms in the market.
• Work on sophisticated property coverage and insurance litigation matters.
• Access a strong national and international client base.
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Collaborative culture with extensive mentorship and career development support.
• Opportunity to build a long-term practice with a globally recognized firm.