Associate Attorney - Insurance Recovery, Counseling & Litigation
About The Position
Lippes Mathias LLP seeks an ambitious attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join the Firm’s Insurance Recovery, Counseling & Litigation team in our Clarence or Rochester location. 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. Our 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. A new Associate should anticipate analytical work in an environment that provides the necessary training and guidance in the specific areas of practice. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience
- strong and effective analytical, writing, and overall communication skills
- A New York bar license is required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience representing policyholders in insurance coverage matters, including reviewing insurance policies, handling claims, litigating insurance coverage disputes, and/or drafting contractual indemnity and insurance provisions is preferred but not required.
- Experience with insurance policies, coverage issues, particularly construction insurance coverage, and litigation and/or corporate transactional work is a plus.
Benefits
- Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
- Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
- Vision plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
- 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
- Term Life and AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
- Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
- Legal work discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
