Coverage Attorney: Insurance Defense

Job Description:

New York Metro Area law firm with national practice is seeking a skilled and motivated Coverage Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in handling complex insurance coverage matters, providing expert legal advice to insurers, and managing litigation related to coverage disputes. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a team of experienced attorneys. New York Bar required and New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania Bars a plus.

Classification:Exempt

Key Responsibilities

• Insurance Coverage Analysis: Provide legal advice on policy interpretation, coverage disputes, and claims handling. Analyze complex insurance policies to determine coverage and exclusions for both commercial and personal lines policies.
• Litigation Management: Represent clients in coverage litigation, including drafting and filing motions, discovery requests, and responses. Attend hearings, depositions, and trials related to coverage disputes.
• Claim Reviews: Advise insurers on claims handling practices, including the evaluation of potential coverage issues, and develop strategies for resolving coverage disputes.
• Legal Research & Writing: Conduct thorough legal research on coverage issues, case law, and regulatory changes. Draft detailed coverage opinions, legal memoranda, and settlement documents.
• Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients to keep them informed of case developments, strategy, and potential outcomes. Provide clear, actionable legal advice.
• Collaboration: Work closely with partners, associates, and clients to develop case strategies, assist with other practice areas as needed, and contribute to the firm's overall success.

Qualifications:

• Education: J.D. from an accredited law school; active admission to the NY and/or NJ State Bar.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in insurance coverage law, preferably with a focus on defense work. Experience handling complex coverage disputes and litigation is highly preferred.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
• Experience drafting legal opinions, motions, and discovery responses.
• Ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of insurance law, including knowledge of NY and NJ state regulations and case law related to insurance coverage.

Job Type:
Full-time (with hybrid work schedule available)

Salary Range

$125,000 - $175,000 per year commensurate with experience

PMT NY Office Locations:
Elmsford, NY│ New York, NY│ Garden City, NY│ Syracuse, NY │Buffalo, NY

We Offer a Competitive Benefit Packages to All of Our Employees, Including:

o Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

o Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

o Family Medical Leave (FMLA)

o Paid Family Leave (PFL)

o Domestic Partner Benefits (Same Sex)

o Short and Long-term Disability

o Firm-paid Life Insurance

o Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance

o Voluntary Life Insurance

o Medical

o Dental

o Vision

o Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs

o Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, HRA)

o 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

o 401(k) Match Program

o 12 Paid Holidays Per Year

o 3 Weeks of Vacation Per Year to Start

o PTO days, Bereavement and Jury Duty

o Commuter Benefits

o Continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities

About Us:

Pillinger Miller Tarallo began in 2002 with a handful of lawyers representing insurance clients in New York and has grown into over 100 lawyers located throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. We have been able to achieve this successful growth by providing highly experienced representation to our clients in all areas of civil litigation.

Our primary objective is the swift, cost-effective resolution of cases with the most favorable outcome possible for our clients.

Our Firm is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell; the highest rating achieved only by a select group of law firms nationwide after a rigorous screening process.

Our attorneys have handled thousands of cases across numerous practice areas throughout the Northeast. Moreover, we are known as a “go to” trial firm since our attorneys have tried over 500 cases since the formation of the firm. Our approach to each and every case is to provide not only sound legal counsel, but also to ensure excellent client service. The foregoing principles have guided us over the years and have laid a foundation for our attorneys to build upon for the future.

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Please email your resume, office location you are applying for, salary, and other benefit requirements to the Human Resources Manager: Stephany Dawkins (pmtcareers@pmtlawfirm.com).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Office location preference.

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10016 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10016

Salary : $125,000 - $175,000