Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage (Mid-Senior Level)

Associate Attorney – Insurance Coverage Litigation

Location: Naples, Florida

FLSA Status: Exempt

About Us

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV) is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. With headquarters in Connecticut and offices in California and Florida, we handle complex, high-stakes matters across the country.

We are proud to be Mansfield Certified, reflecting our commitment to equitable talent practices, inclusive leadership development, and a diverse, collaborative workplace. At SDV, your ideas are heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible.

Position overview

We are seeking a Senior Associate Attorney/Counsel with 8+ years of complex commercial litigation experience and a background in insurance coverage and construction law.

You will be a key member of our Florida team, working on sophisticated insurance coverage and construction‑related matters, including:

• Analyzing complex insurance policies
• Litigating high-value coverage and construction disputes
• Guiding clients through strategic decision-making

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys hands-on case responsibility, wants to deepen their expertise in insurance coverage and construction risk, and thrives in a highly collaborative, policyholder-only practice .

Key responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct insurance coverage and claim analysis for complex commercial and construction-related matters.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, substantive motions, and briefs.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Handle motion practice and court appearances in state and federal courts.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices in a team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the Florida Bar; admission in additional states is a plus.
• 8+ years of litigation experience, including case management and supervision of junior attorneys.
• Experience in insurance coverage and/or complex commercial litigation.
• Exposure to construction law issues preferred.
• Strong written and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting complex motions and/or appellate briefs preferred.
• Portable book of business preferred.
• Willingness to periodically travel for hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with year-end performance-based bonus.
• Generous PTO and hybrid work arrangements.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and additional insurance options.
• 401(k) with firm match.
• Robust professional development, training, and advancement opportunities within a growing national practice.

Please apply directly via LinkedIn and include your resume. For additional details or to submit supplemental documents, you may also email: View email address on click.appcast.io.

Compensation

Salary range: $185,000 – $250,000, commensurate with experience/portable book of business.

Recruiter submissions are not being accepted for this position.