Coverage Defense Attorney #ESF1917

• 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

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