Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Tressler LLP

$125K — $155K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active license to practice law in New York and in good standing
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • At least 3 years of experience in insurance coverage matters, particularly D&O, E&O, or EPL policies
  • Collaborative skills to work with partners, paralegals, and law clerks
  • Strong legal writing, research, organizational, and advocacy skills
  • Preferred experience in a billable-hour environment

Responsibilities

  • Analyze insurance coverage issues related to professional lines claims
  • Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and other communications
  • Evaluate claims and policies to assess coverage obligations and potential exposure
  • Assist with coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions
  • Advise clients on coverage matters and collaborate with claims professionals
  • Participate in court hearings and oral arguments

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
Full Job Description
Role Description

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of insurance coverage experience to join our New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing complex insurance policies and handling coverage-related disputes.

Our Professional Liability Practice Group is known for its comprehensive approach to handling matters related to complex insurance claims analysis and representing insurance company clients in some of the most high-stakes coverage litigation cases across the country, including cases involving Directors and Officers (D&O), Errors and Omissions (E&O), and professional liability.

This position is hybrid in ourNew York City office.

What You'll Do
  • Analyze insurance coverage issues involving professional lines claims, including D&O/management liability, and E&O matters.
  • Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and other coverage-related communications.
  • Evaluate claims, policies, and underlying litigation materials to assess coverage obligations and potential exposure.
  • Assist with coverage litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and related litigation materials.
  • Advise insurance company clients on coverage matters and collaborate with claims professionals, adjusters, and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate with clients and opposing counsel and participate in court hearings and oral arguments.

What We're Looking For
  • Active license to practice law in New York and in good standing
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • At least 3 years of experience handling insurance coverage matters under D&O, E&O or EPL liability policies. Cyber coverage experience a plus, but not mandatory.
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks
  • Exceptional legal writing, research, organizational, and advocacy skills
  • Experience in a billable-hour environment preferred

What Sets This Role Apart
  • Exposure to both coverage counseling and coverage-related litigation, including emerging areas of risk such as cyber-related claims
  • Opportunity to develop substantive expertise and build direct client relationships
  • National platform with the flexibility to collaborate across offices and work with attorneys nationwide
  • Collaborative culture focused on mentorship, professional development, and accessible leadership
  • Clear path for professional growth, increased responsibility, and advancement

Featured benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid parental leave

Interview Process Timeline

Application
Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume.

First Round Interview
Our Director of Recruiting will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-45-minute virtual interview with the hiring manager(s).

Second Round Interview
Here you'll meet some of the team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm. You will have the opportunity to tour our office and meet with the entire team in person.

Offer
Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you're a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

Salary commensurate with experience:

$125,000-$155,000 USD

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