Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation - Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser's San Francisco office is currently seeking a Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation Associate to join a team of talented professionals in a collaborative, collegial environment. Our firm is committed to developing professionals who value each other and the service we provide through Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit, where you can grow in a role, and be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement, or remote work opportunities.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers with experience handling insurance coverage/coverage litigation matters to work with a collaborative group of experience coverage/coverage litigation attorneys who handle cases in California and throughout the US, working with domestic and foreign insurers.

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Qualifications

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Admitted to practice in the state of California

2-8 years of defense litigation

1+ years of coverage/coverage litigation experience

Experience in areas of insurance coverage including drafting coverage opinions in one or more insurance lines (CGL, property, professional liability, cyber, intellectual property, etc.)

Experience in either or both third-party or first-party claims

Coverage analysis and writing experience

Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required

Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred

Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus

Trial experience a plus

Superior analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents

Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations

Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices, contributing to a cohesive and supportive team environment

Investigate claims and draft coverage opinion letters

In coverage litigation matters, draft pleadings, motions, and handle discovery

Provide clients with insurance coverage advice on a variety of subjects

Communicate with clients and provide status reports