Coverage Defense Attorney #ESF1917

ExpertHiring•Princeton, NJ

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Coverage Defense Attorney in Princeton, New Jersey. The role involves handling insurance coverage defense litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal for a direct writer auto insurance company. The company is known for its collaborative legal and claims environment, strong internal litigation support, and a balanced work-life culture with hybrid flexibility. They offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a stable, growing company.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of civil litigation experience.
Mandatory experience in PIP insurance defense litigation.
Strong insurance coverage defense background.
Experience handling first-party and/or third-party personal auto insurance claims.
Trial experience through verdict required.
Strong deposition and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of New Jersey discovery rules, trial procedures, and substantive insurance law.
Experience handling coverage matters involving rescission and order of priority.
Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
Experience managing litigation independently.
Comfortable using litigation technology and courtroom presentation tools.
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing.

Responsibilities

Handle insurance coverage defense litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal.
Manage first-party and third-party personal auto insurance claims.
Defend and litigate PIP-related matters.
Handle coverage disputes involving BI claims, UM/UIM claims, Auto physical damage, Rescission, and Order of priority issues.
Take and defend depositions.
Argue motions in limine and other litigation motions.
Conduct trials through verdict.
Present and cross-examine expert and lay witnesses.
Independently manage a full caseload.
Work closely with litigation support staff.
Operate efficiently in a paperless electronic litigation environment.