Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary range: $160K - $200K
Location: San Francisco, CA
Visa Sponsorship Details: Not open to any visas (e.g. US citizen, Green Card holders)
On-site work policy: In-office 5 days/week at 100 Green Street, San Francisco (The Pillsbury & Coleman Building). Flexibility for personal appointments; commuter benefit provided. About this role
What we're looking for:
We need someone with 1-4 years of civil litigation experience who is ready to independently manage their own caseload. Insurance coverage experience (policyholder-side or defense-side) is a plus but not required. You should be comfortable advising sophisticated corporate and tech-company clients on complex disputes and have a track record of strong legal writing and civil litigation. Bonus points if you have policyholder-side experience or familiarity with cyber, D&O, and E&O policies.
What you'll do:
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Analyze and interpret insurance policies across commercial lines (GL, D&O, E&O, cyber, property, and more) to advise institutional clients on coverage positions
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Operate independently with minimal supervision in a 10-person boutique environment, targeting approximately 100 billable hours per month
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Manage direct client relationships with sophisticated institutional policyholders from early on in your tenure
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Work closely with corporate and tech-company clients to develop coverage strategy, tender decisions, and policy procurement considerations
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Litigate coverage disputes in California state and federal courts, handling depositions, motions, and court filings
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Take ownership of matters from intake through resolution, including drafting coverage opinions, reservation of rights responses, and demand letters
Key requirements:
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Active California bar admission (non-negotiable)
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1-4 years of civil litigation experience; insurance coverage experience a plus
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Policyholder-side coverage experience preferred; defense-side coverage also considered
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Strong legal writing and analytical skills
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Civil litigation experience: depositions, motions, court filings
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Ability to work independently and manage own book of matters
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In office most days, with some day-to-day flexibility