Insurance Coverage Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois•Walnut Creek, CA

12d•$135,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Walnut Creek, California office of Lewis Brisbois is seeking an attorney to join its Insurance Coverage Practice. 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, with experience across virtually every line of business. The ideal candidate has one to seven years of experience analyzing insurance coverage and preparing coverage opinions involving first-party property and general liability matters, along with litigation experience. Attorneys with substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in insurance law, and strong skills in another litigation arena are also encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity to join a growing, collaborative firm.

Requirements

Admission to the California Bar is required.
One to seven years of experience analyzing insurance coverage and preparing coverage opinions regarding first-party property and general liability matters is sought.
Litigation experience, including taking depositions, attending court hearings, and drafting and arguing motions.
Strong research and writing skills.
Substantive litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in insurance law are relevant qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in insurance law.

Responsibilities

Analyze insurance coverage for first-party property and general liability matters.
Prepare insurance coverage opinions.
Take depositions, attend court hearings, and draft and argue motions.
Support insurance coverage matters, including monitoring, mediations, arbitrations, and declaratory relief litigation.