Insurance Coverage Attorney

Job TitleProperty Insurance Coverage AttorneyPlease read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.LocationsMultiple California office locations availableSalary/PackageHighly competitive base salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.About The Firm:An international law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to join its established Property Insurance Coverage practice.The team represents insurers in sophisticated first-party commercial and personal property matters, including high-value coverage disputes arising from catastrophic events, industrial and commercial property losses, business interruption claims, arson and fraud, design and construction defects, appraisal proceedings, and other complex property claims.Responsibilities:Representing insurers in first-party commercial and personal property coverage matters.Analyzing insurance policies, claim documentation, loss circumstances, and applicable coverage law.Preparing coverage opinions, position letters, and related client correspondence.Investigating claims involving catastrophic losses, arson, fraud, construction or design defects, business interruption, and time-element damages.Preparing for and conducting examinations under oath, witness interviews, and depositions.Defending breach-of-contract, bad-faith, and unfair claims-handling lawsuits.Managing written discovery, document production, expert discovery, and other litigation activities.Drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery motions, mediation statements, and other substantive litigation documents.Assisting with appraisal proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.Working with adjusters, coverage professionals, engineers, accountants, and other technical experts.Communicating directly with clients regarding coverage analysis, litigation strategy, case developments, and resolution options.Candidate requirements:2+ years of insurance defense litigation experienceExperience with personal injury, construction or business litigationExperience handling discovery and depositionsExperience in professional negligence, transportation, products liability, or real estate-related litigationStrong drafting, analytical, and communication skillsThe ability to manage multiple matters effectivelyCandidates must be located in CaliforniaCertifications:Candidate must be actively licensed and able to practice law in the State of California.Benefits of Firm:A wide-ranging benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as pet insurance to help support every member of your household.Build for the future through the firm's 401(k) plan, with the opportunity to benefit from discretionary profit-sharing.Receive short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage without paying any premiums.Access the firm's Employee Assistance Program for additional support when navigating personal or professional challenges. xhyhwjd Join a firm that invests in its attorneys' health, financial security, wellbeing, and long-term success.