Attorney, Coverage Defense

NJ CURE • Princeton, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

CURE Auto Insurance is seeking an experienced coverage defense attorney with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to join their staff counsel operation. The role involves handling files from inception through trial and appeal. The ideal candidate will have experience with depositions, negotiation, and trying cases, with a mandatory PIP insurance defense background. Experience in BI, UM, and auto physical damage coverage matters is preferred. Strong academic credentials, excellent advocacy skills, and technological proficiency are required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience handling first and/or third party personal auto insurance cases and coverage matters from inception to conclusion including arguing motions in limine and trials through verdict
• Proven track record of being able to proficiently manage a full pending of case assignments
• Extensive knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law, particularly relating to coverage matters including rescission and order of priority
• Experience presenting and cross-examining lay and expert witnesses
• Experience directing support staff on clerical and administrative matters related to lawsuit handling
• Experience working in a paperless electronic environment
• Strong automation/technological skills for lawsuit handling and courtroom presentation
• Must have a law degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
• Must have an active law license to practice in New Jersey and a member in good standing with the State Bar of New Jersey
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook and Westlaw
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to independently manage a caseload
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the handling of Coverage matters, BI, UM and auto physical damage coverage matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handling files from inception through trial and appeal, if necessary.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Negotiation proficiency.
• Successfully trying cases.
• Handling PIP insurance defense.
• Handling Coverage matters, BI, UM and auto physical damage coverage matters.
• Arguing motions in limine and trials through verdict.
• Proficiently manage a full pending of case assignments.
• Presenting and cross-examining lay and expert witnesses.
• Directing support staff on clerical and administrative matters related to lawsuit handling.
• Working in a paperless electronic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO days, sick days, and holidays)
• Flexible spending options with FSA & HSA plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Voluntary benefits such as legal services, pet insurance, and identity & fraud protection
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
• Health & wellness perks including gym discounts, wellness reimbursements, and reward programs
• Fun, engaging in-office events that support our culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree