ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LITIGATION (JUNIOR-LEVEL)

Job Description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – LITIGATION (JUNIOR-LEVEL)

INSURANCE COVERAGE PRACTICE

Location: Miami, FL (HYBRID)

Our client, a leading international law firm, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Associate Attorney to join its thriving Insurance Coverage Practice Group. This prominent and growing practice specializes in handling complex, high-value coverage litigation and market conduct matters for a diverse clientele of both domestic and international insurers. The scope of work encompasses a broad range of areas, including commercial general liability, commercial property (with a focus on business interruption and environmental matters), errors and omissions claims involving attorneys, agents, and accountants, as well as directors’ and officers’ coverage disputes.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Law Review and/or Honors required
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
• 2 years of substantive litigation experience, with a demonstrated focus on insurance coverage matters
• Proven experience analyzing complex insurance policies
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and actionable coverage recommendations
• Demonstrated experience drafting various litigation-related documents
• Experience participating in litigation proceedings, including depositions and mediations, among others
• Familiarity with some or all of the following: bad faith insurance claims, commercial general liability, commercial property, errors & omissions, and directors’ & officers’ coverage
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within a team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze intricate insurance policies and draft detailed coverage opinions
• Provide clear and actionable coverage recommendations for clients
• Conduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, Lexis, and other advanced research tools
• Actively participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Draft interrogatories, document requests, and prepare thorough responses
• Review and meticulously analyze large document collections in preparation for litigation
• Engage in direct and substantive communication with domestic and international insurers
• Collaborate closely with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision

Why Join Us?

This exceptional opportunity offers a robust platform to practice within a nationally-recognized insurance coverage practice known for handling high-exposure and intricate litigation matters. Associates in this group gain invaluable hands-on experience analyzing sophisticated insurance policies, litigating significant coverage disputes, and collaborating directly with clients, experts, and senior attorneys.

The team is highly regarded for its deep subject-matter expertise, strong mentorship, and unwavering commitment to attorney development. For associates seeking to build a long-term and impactful career at the intersection of litigation and insurance law, this role provides meaningful responsibility, early client interaction, and the opportunity to work on high-profile matters within a supportive and high-performing practice environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary of $125,000 – $135,000, as determined by experience and prevailing market factors.

• Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Wellness Programs
• 401(k)/Retirement Plans
• Student Loan Repayment Support
• Additional firm-sponsored perks

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a compelling cover letter, and a law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.