Junior Coverage Associate

Job Description

Junior Coverage Associate

Role: Associate in Insurance Coverage Group

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP (KBR) is a prominent defense and insurance coverage firm boasting over 130 lawyers across nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm’s highly respected coverage group is known for its depth, successful track record, and serves a diverse clientele spanning the US, London, other parts of Europe, and the Bermuda market. Insurance coverage is a core practice area at KBR, integral to the firm’s operations, unlike its secondary status at some larger firms. KBR is recognized for fostering an enriching, collegial workplace that provides genuine opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for a motivated attorney with 0+ years of experience to join the dynamic Insurance Coverage/Coverage Litigation team in our Valhalla, NY office. This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office and remote work.

About the Role

As a Junior Coverage Associate, you will be responsible for representing international and domestic insurers in complex insurance and coverage litigation matters. This involves a wide array of liability policies, including:

• Management Liability (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, Crime)
• Cyber Insurance
• Professional Liability
• Financial Institutions
• Commercial General Liability (CGL)

We are seeking a bright, highly motivated, and proactive attorney with excellent writing skills. The ideal candidate will possess the willingness and capability to act independently and be comfortable with direct client interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex insurance coverage disputes.
• Play a key role in all aspects of insurance coverage litigation and arbitration.
• Conduct rigorous legal research and analysis, preparing comprehensive memoranda and position letters.
• Analyze intricate insurance policies, draft detailed analyses of coverage issues, and provide strategic coverage advice and recommendations to clients.
• Supervise and actively participate in the mediation and settlement processes of underlying litigations globally.
• Draft and meticulously review pleadings, legal memoranda, briefs, interrogatories, and other essential legal correspondence and litigation documents.
• Participate in depositions, document reviews, conferences, and all stages of coverage litigations and arbitrations.
• Collaborate effectively and cooperatively with colleagues and team members.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Admission to practice in New York is mandatory.
• 0+ years of law firm or insurance company experience.
• Experience in commercial litigation or in-house experience with liability insurance policies is a definite plus.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Solid and consistent work history.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Demonstrated strong legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Adept at identifying problems quickly and implementing effective resolutions.

Compensation and Benefits

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees. This includes:

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits.
• Robust personal and professional development opportunities.
• Clear career growth pathways.
• A collegial and supportive firm culture.

The anticipated annual pay range for this role is $105,000 – $125,000. This range represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary at the time of posting. In addition, this position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to qualifications, experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and considerations of internal equity.