Junior Coverage Associate - Valhalla, NY at Kaufman… · Valhalla

Summary: Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading defense and insurance coverage firm with a well-respected coverage group. The role involves representing insurers in complex insurance and coverage litigation matters, requiring strong legal research and writing skills. Responsibilities: - Develop litigation strategy for insurance coverage disputes, and perform key roles in insurance coverage litigation and arbitration - Conduct complex and rigorous legal research and analysis, and draft memoranda and position letters - Analyze insurance policies, draft analyses of coverage issues and provide coverage advice and recommendations for clients - Supervise and participate in the mediation and settlement of underlying litigations worldwide - Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and litigation documents - Participate in depositions, document reviews, conferences and all aspects of coverage litigations and arbitrations - Work cooperatively with others Required Qualifications: - 0+ years of law firm or insurance company experience - Admission to practice in New York - Excellent academic credentials - Solid work history - Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills - Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects - Excellent organizational and time management skills - Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly Preferred Qualifications: - Experience, either in commercial litigation, or in-house experience with liability insurance policies a plus Required Skills: Legal Research, Legal Writing, Insurance Coverage Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Liability Insurance Policies, Litigation Strategy, Mediation, Settlement, Client Interaction Benefits: Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, Personal and professional development, Career growth opportunities, Collegial and supportive culture, Discretionary bonus based on performance