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Insurance Coverage Attorney - Woodland Hills, CA

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP Jan 08,2023 Nov 06,2022 Location USA Woodland Hills CA
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Job Title:  Insurance Coverage Attorney

Role:  Associate in Insurance Coverage/Litigation Group

Expertise:  6+ 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 eight 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, not relegated to the recesses of the firm as they are at some mega firms.  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 6 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 six 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.

Submit resume and writing sample to attyapp@kbrlaw.com.

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Company Profile

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading defense and insurance coverage firm with 130+ lawyers and eight offices in California, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.  The firm’s coverage group is well respected for its depth and successes, and serves clients in the US, London and elsewhere in Europe, as well as the Bermuda market.  Insurance coverage is one of the firm’s major practice areas, not relegated to the recesses of the firm as it is at some mega firms.  Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.