Attorney, Brandywine

Cohn Baughman is a captive insurance and reinsurance coverage law office of Century Indemnity Company, a subsidiary within the Chubb Group of Insurers, with offices in Chicago, Illinois, Los Angeles, California and Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The firm recently celebrated its 30th anniversary.  Cohn Baughman specializes in litigating complex insurance coverage matters throughout the U.S. for Chubb Companies that arise out of environmental, toxic tort, asbestos and other sophisticated claims.  The firm also provides legal advice and opinions for Chubb Companies on myriad coverage issues. Our firm also represents Chubb Insurers in reinsurance matters, including arbitrations.  We have an immediate opening for an attorney with experience in insurance coverage litigation. Skills should include drafting pleadings and motions, written discovery, taking and defending depositions, appearing in trial and appellate courts, and participating in settlement meetings and mediations. The candidate also should be knowledgeable about general liability coverage, and coverage issues in complex claims, preferably including  environmental, toxic tort and asbestos claims. Excellent analytical, negotiation and written and oral advocacy skills are required, as well as an understanding of key insurance coverage concepts.

We seek a highly motivated individual to join our office who exhibits the best-in-class competencies listed below.

• Delivery of high-quality work product, services and solutions that demonstrate understanding of the needs and requirements of our clients.

• Adapting to changing needs and environments through proactive, flexible approaches that achieve results.

• Demonstrating character, integrity and professionalism.

• Building collaborative, trusting relationships with team members and clients through superior communication skills, empathy and respect.

• Independently managing work responsibilities through commitment, dedication and accountability, and display an on-going commitment to self-improvement.

Education & Experience:

Candidate must have experience in coverage litigation, preferably including matters involving “longtail” claims such as environmental and asbestos. Candidate also must have graduated from an accredited law school, preferably in the top third of his or her class. Bar license in appropriate jurisdiction (Illinois, Pennsylvania or New Jersey). 

The pay range for the role is $199,300 to $338,900. The specific offer will depend on an applicant’s skills and other factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program.  Chubb offers a comprehensive benefits package, more details on which can be found  on our careers website.  The disclosed pay range estimate may be adjusted for the applicable geographic differential for the location in which the position is filled.