Insurance Coverage Attorney - Woodland Hills, CA (hybrid office/remote)

Job Title: Insurance Coverage Attorney

Role: Associate in Insurance Coverage/Litigation Group

Expertise: 3 years of law firm or insurance company experience

Job Location: Woodland Hills, CA (hybrid office / remote)

Description: Represent insurers in coverage matters and insurance coverage litigation

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading defense and insurance coverage firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in California, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The firm’s coverage/coverage litigation groups are well respected for their depth and successes, and serve clients in the US, London and elsewhere in Europe, as well as the Bermuda market. Insurance coverage and coverage litigation are part of the firm’s major practice areas. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for an attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join the Insurance Coverage/Coverage Litigation team in our Woodland Hills, CA office, who represent international and domestic insurers in complex insurance and coverage litigation matters involving all manner of liability policies, including Management Liability (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime), Cyber, Professional Liability, Financial Institutions, and Commercial General Liability. We are looking for a bright attorney and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive. The successful candidate will have experience representing major insurance companies, particularly in specialty lines of insurance such as D&O, E&O and EPL.

Responsibilities

Develop litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes, and perform key roles in insurance coverage litigation and arbitration;

Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda and position letters;

Analyze insurance policies, draft analyses of coverage issues and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients;

Supervise and participate in the mediation and settlement of underlying litigations worldwide;

Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;

Participate in depositions, document reviews, conferences and all aspects of coverage litigations and arbitrations;

Work cooperatively with others; and

Interact with clients.

Education and Experience Required

Admission to practice in California;

At least three years of experience representing major insurance companies, particularly in specialty lines of insurance such as D&O, E&O and EPL;

Excellent academic credentials; and

Solid work history.

Skills and Abilities Required

Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;

Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;

Excellent organizational and time management skills;

Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

CA Comprehensive Total Rewards Package

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.