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Kennedys, recently ranked as a Leading Firm in The Legal 500 US 2021, the guide to outstanding firms and lawyers across the United States is seeking Associates with 3-7 years' insurance coverage litigation experience to join its New York team. In this role, the attorney will represent insurance companies in coverage disputes and advise insurance companies in a variety of coverage matters. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing global law firm.

The ideal candidate should have experience litigating in New York and Federal Court under general liability policies - such as Labor Law claims; construction defect claims; personal and advertising injury claims; and contribution claims.

Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Required experience

• Minimum of 3 years law firm insurance coverage' and litigation experience
• Must be licensed in New York
• Licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania or Delaware a huge plus
• Superior research, writing and communication skills
• Experience analyzing insurance policies and other relevant contracts
• Ability to handle all phases of the litigation process including drafting motions, pleadings, initial disclosures, discovery demands, discovery responses and other court documents
• Experience in drafting settlement agreements, taking depositions, conference and handling appeals
• Proven and solid courtroom experience conferences and handling appeals
• Arbitration and/or trial experience is beneficial