Bad Faith & Insurance Coverage Partner

Lewis Brisbois•San Francisco, CA

11d•$190,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lewis Brisbois is seeking an attorney to join its Insurance Coverage Practice in the firm's San Francisco, California office. The practice interprets insurance contracts and represents insurers in complex coverage claims, including monitoring, mediations, arbitrations, and declaratory relief litigation in state and federal courts throughout the United States. The firm represents primary and excess insurers, reinsurers, third-party administrators, managing general agents, insurance brokers and agents, and independent adjustment companies across virtually every line of business. The ideal candidate has experience analyzing insurance coverage and preparing coverage opinions concerning first-party property and general liability matters, as well as substantive litigation experience. The firm is also interested in talented developing attorneys with strong litigation skills, an interest in insurance law, and an interest in joining a growing, collaborative firm.

Requirements

Eight to fifteen years of experience analyzing insurance coverage and preparing coverage opinions regarding first-party property and general liability matters is sought for the ideal candidate.
Litigation experience, including taking depositions, attending court hearings, and drafting and arguing motions.
Strong research and writing skills.
Admission to the California Bar is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in insurance law.
Substantive litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in insurance law.

Responsibilities

Analyze insurance coverage and prepare coverage opinions regarding first-party property and general liability matters.
Handle litigation work, including taking depositions, attending court hearings, and drafting and arguing motions.
Represent insurers in complex coverage claims, including monitoring, mediations, arbitrations, and declaratory relief litigation.