Associate Attorney

NJ CURE•Princeton, NJ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more! We are seeking a motivated entry-level Associate Attorney to join our in-house legal team supporting our Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Coverage litigation efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law school graduate or junior attorney looking to gain hands-on litigation and insurance defense experience while benefiting from strong mentorship and a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Internship or clerkship experience involving litigation, insurance, or regulatory work.
Admitted to the New Jersey State Bar and in good standing (or pending admission).
Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
Demonstrated interest in litigation and/or insurance law.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow guidance from senior counsel.
Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools; ability to learn internal systems quickly.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Work as internal counsel in conjunction with claims to strategize, implement, and manage representation of CURE in PIP and Coverage litigation cases in both Forthright and the Superior Court, from inception to conclusion, by trial or dispositive hearing
Evaluating and providing detailed analysis of assigned cases in accordance with CURE’s staff counsel policies and procedures, including trial and expense control
Collaborate with CURE’s Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims
Preparing and responding to arbitration demands and/or pleadings and discovery
Preparing and handling arbitration submissions and Rule 35 applications for dismissal in Forthright matters
Planning, taking, and defending Examinations Under Oath (EUO) and depositions
Attending Forthright arbitrations, motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and all other pre-trial matters
Ability to draft and argue post-arbitration/trial motions and appeals in both Forthright and the Superior Court
Negotiating high-level settlement agreements