Our client is seeking an associate with 3–6 years of experience to advise on corporate insurance matters in Palo Alto. The position combines insurance placements and claim management with exposure to complex corporate, M&A, and securities-related issues.
The Work
- Advise clients on placement and claim management for Directors & Officers insurance, including coverage issues that arise during the life of a claim.
- Work on representations and warranties insurance placements and claims in connection with corporate transactions.
- Advise on cyberliability and other lines of insurance, applying legal analysis to clients’ coverage needs and matters.
- Research and analyze legal issues, then prepare clear, reasoned contracts, briefs, motions, and correspondence to support matter strategy.
- Help manage complex matters from initial assessment through negotiations, settlements, closings, or other resolutions, exercising sound judgment as responsibilities develop.
- Communicate with internal and external clients, provide updates and advice, and collaborate with lawyers and business professionals on case and transaction strategy.
- Address related commercial contract indemnification, D&O advancement and indemnification, corporate or M&A disputes, and securities litigation where relevant.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of experience advising clients on corporate insurance matters, including placements and claim management.
- Experience with Directors & Officers insurance and familiarity with representations and warranties insurance, cyberliability, or other insurance lines.
- A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state where the candidate will be based.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 firm, as well as directly applicable experience in the practice area.
- Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and sound business judgment.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines, communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, and work both collaboratively and independently.
- Experience involving commercial contract indemnification, D&O advancement and indemnification, corporate or M&A disputes, or securities litigation is a plus.
Why Consider It
The position offers a varied mix of insurance placement and claim work, including D&O, representations and warranties, and cyberliability matters, with potential exposure to related corporate and securities disputes.
Associates can contribute to matter strategy and client relationships while developing through ongoing training and professional development.
The position is hybrid, with regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm-stated hiring range is $235,000–$390,000 per year, depending on geographic market and qualifications; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.