Coverage Defense Attorney #ESF1917

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Job Location:

Princeton, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 115000 - 160000
Posted on: 19 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

What is it for you:
  • Direct writer auto insurance company operating in New Jersey Pennsylvania and Michigan.
  • Known for its collaborative legal and claims environment with strong internal litigation support.
  • Offers attorneys a balanced work-life culture with hybrid flexibility.
  • outstanding benefit packages and a people-first work environment
  • Stable growing company with tremendous opportunity for career advancement
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
Job Type : Full Time
Location : Princeton New Jersey
Pay : Excellent
Job Description

What You Will Be Doing

  • Handle insurance coverage defense litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal.
  • Manage first-party and third-party personal auto insurance claims.
  • Defend and litigate PIP-related matters.
  • Handle coverage disputes involving:
    • BI claims
    • UM/UIM claims
    • Auto physical damage
    • Rescission
    • Order of priority issues
  • Take and defend depositions.
  • Argue motions in limine and other litigation motions.
  • Conduct trials through verdict.
  • Present and cross-examine expert and lay witnesses.
  • Independently manage a full caseload.
  • Work closely with litigation support staff.
  • Operate efficiently in a paperless electronic litigation environment.

Experience You Will Need

  • Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience.
  • Mandatory experience in PIP insurance defense litigation.
  • Strong insurance coverage defense background.
  • Experience handling first-party and/or third-party personal auto insurance claims.
  • Trial experience through verdict required.
  • Strong deposition and negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of New Jersey discovery rules trial procedures and substantive insurance law.
  • Experience handling coverage matters involving rescission and order of priority.
  • Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
  • Experience managing litigation independently.
  • Comfortable using litigation technology and courtroom presentation tools.
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule (4 onsite / 1 remote)
  • Flexible work hours:
    • 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
    • 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
    • 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO sick leave and paid holidays
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • FSA & HSA plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness reimbursements and gym discounts
  • Pet insurance and identity protection plans
  • Strong employee-focused office culture
Our client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few days

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What is it for you: Direct writer auto insurance company operating in New Jersey Pennsylvania and Michigan. Known for its collaborative legal and claims environment with strong internal litigation support. Offers attorneys a balanced work-life culture with hybrid flexibility. outstanding benefit...