Insurance Coverage Attorney

A national law firm with multiple locations across the United States seeks an Insurance Coverage Attorney to join its Financial Services & Capital Markets business unit. The role may be based in any of the firm's offices, including a virtual office, with a preference for candidates residing in Illinois, Michigan, or Wisconsin.

The attorney will handle insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector on behalf of clients. Responsibilities include representing clients in insurance coverage matters, reviewing commercial and personal lines policies, preparing coverage evaluations and reservation of rights letters, and communicating extensively with clients about coverage issues and positions.

The position involves all phases of complex commercial litigation, including factual investigations and discovery, preparing pleadings, taking depositions, participating in mediation, arguing motions, and maintaining ongoing client communication.

A reduced billable-hour requirement and flexible schedule may be available. Compensation is competitive and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The salary range for certain specified locations is $150,000 to $185,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience; salaries in other markets vary based on market data. An active bar license in the relevant state or the ability to obtain one promptly is required.

• Minimum of five years of experience preferred.
• Experience handling insurance coverage disputes in the commercial insurance sector.
• Experience with all phases of complex commercial litigation, including investigations, discovery, pleadings, depositions, mediation, and motions.
• Experience reviewing commercial and personal lines insurance policies and drafting coverage evaluations and reservation of rights letters.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong legal research and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, exceptional judgment, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Active bar license in the state corresponding with the office applied to, or willingness to obtain one as soon as possible.