Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate

Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Woodbury, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The associate will litigate insurance coverage cases, including handling court appearances, depositions, and motion practice. They are also responsible for drafting legal opinions and providing strategic guidance and updates to clients.

Qualifications

You have 1+ years of litigation and/or insurance coverage experience, a JD degree with excellent academic credentials, and admission to the New York State Bar. You possess superior legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

insurance coverage litigation

legal opinions

reservations of rights

disclaimers

legal research

legal writing

Job Description

Kaufman Dolowich LLP is seeking an Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate to join our Woodbury, Long Island team. The ideal candidate will have a least one year of litigation and/or insurance coverage experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and dynamic team within a firm of more than 250+ attorneys nationwide, recognized by U.S. News on their list of "Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms." Our collaborative environment values integrity, innovation, and excellence in client service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Litigate insurance coverage cases as part of team, including conducting court appearances, depositions, and motion practice  
  • Draft legal opinions, reservations of rights and disclaimers
  • Communicate directly with clients, providing proactive timely updates, legal insights, and strategic guidance throughout the case lifecycle

Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of litigation and/or insurance coverage experience
  • JD degree with excellent academic credentials
  • Admission to the New York State Bar
  • Superior legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Why KD?

  • Uncapped opportunities for career advancement
  • Team-first culture with open communication and support
  • Impactful work that drives real client results
  • Robust bonus program
  • Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses

Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status.

Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Kaufman Dolowich LLP is a leading national law firm representing clients across a wide range of industries in key practice areas, including labor and employment, directors and officers liability, professional liability, commercial litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, data privacy and cybersecurity, consumer financial services, real estate, general liability, and construction law. Headquartered on Long Island, N.Y., the firm advises national and global clients of all sizes.
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