Insurance Coverage Attorney (Hybrid) in Charleston

Job Description

Insurance Coverage Attorney (3+ Years) - Top-Tier Law Firm

Location: Charleston, SC 

Are you an attorney with a proven track record in insurance coverage who thrives on complex analysis and strategic litigation? We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Insurance Coverage Attorney to join a collaborative and supportive team of seasoned litigators. If you possess exceptional analytical abilities and are ready to take on challenging coverage matters for major insurers, this is your opportunity to elevate your career.

This role offers the chance to work in a collegial environment where mentorship and teamwork are prioritized, even as you manage your own substantial caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret a wide range of insurance policies to evaluate complex coverage issues across various lines of business.
• Draft high-quality legal documents, including coverage opinions, position letters, and detailed reservations of rights.
• Represent insurers in demanding coverage disputes, including declaratory judgment actions, subrogation claims, and bad faith litigation.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and draft persuasive motions, briefs, and other pleadings.
• Actively participate in all phases of litigation, including discovery, taking and defending depositions, alternative dispute resolution (mediations), and trials when necessary.
• Manage a diverse caseload independently while contributing expertise and insight to team strategy.
• Maintain a billable hour requirement between 1,800 and 1,950 hours annually.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar admission in South Carolina is required.
• 3+ years of experience focused on insurance coverage and/or complex insurance defense litigation.
• Demonstrable strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail for policy interpretation.
• Exceptional research, legal writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to manage a significant caseload independently while seamlessly collaborating with partners and associates on team matters.

Why Join Us?

You will be joining a firm known for its legal excellence and commitment to a positive work culture. We offer a highly competitive compensation package, including a billable hour target of 1,800-1,950 hours with a significant performance-based bonus potential of up to $40,000. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package and a clear path for professional development. We believe in providing our attorneys with the resources and support they need to succeed and grow.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.