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Litigation

About the job

The New York office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing Insurance Coverage and Litigation Practice.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners on sophisticated insurance coverage matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Our attorneys receive meaningful hands-on experience, direct client interaction, and strong mentorship while representing national, regional, and international insurance carriers in complex coverage disputes across a broad range of insurance lines.

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution

Analyze insurance policies and evaluate complex coverage issues

Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, disclaimer letters, and other coverage-related correspondence

Litigate insurance coverage matters, including handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, hearings, and trials

Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents

Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance and regular case updates

Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex coverage and litigation matters

Qualifications

Admission to practice in New York required

2+ years of insurance coverage and/or insurance coverage litigation experience

Strong analytical, writing, research, and communication skills

Ability to independently manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

Excellent organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience

Professional liability coverage

Directors & Officers (D&O) liability coverage

Financial institutions coverage

Coverage opinion drafting and policy analysis

Insurance coverage litigation, including motion practice and depositions

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support

Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement

Unlimited PTO for Attorneys

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities

Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience

Base Salary Range: $130,000-$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.