Corporate Insurance Attorney (Professional Track)
Job Description
Job DescriptionCorporate Insurance Attorney (Professional Track)
Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Insurance Attorney to join a leading global law firm. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience advising clients on corporate insurance matters, including insurance placements and claims management involving Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance, representations & warranties insurance, cyber liability, and other lines of insurance.
Experience with commercial contract indemnification matters, D&O advancement and indemnification issues, corporate/M&A disputes, and securities litigation is a plus.
Locations: New York, NY; Palo Alto, CA; San Francisco, CA; Other U.S. offices may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
Qualifications:
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3-6 years of direct and applicable experience, preferably with an AmLaw 100 firm.
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JD from an accredited law school.
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Admission to practice in the state where the attorney is located.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
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Strong attention to detail and sound business and professional judgment.
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Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work.
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Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
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Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on corporate insurance matters, including insurance placements and claims management.
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Handle matters involving D&O insurance, representations & warranties insurance, cyber liability insurance, and other insurance products.
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Analyze complex legal and business issues and provide practical, well-reasoned advice.
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Draft and review legal documents and correspondence.
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Develop and maintain strong client relationships and anticipate client needs.
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Collaborate with partners, attorneys, clients, and other professionals.
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Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and staff as appropriate.
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Participate in client meetings, business development activities, and travel as needed.
Compensation: $150,000-$300,000 annually, depending on geographic market, experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This is a hybrid position with the specific work arrangement determined at the time of hiring.