Senior Associate Attorney

Job Opportunity:

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, a national insurance coverage law firm with offices in Trumbull, Connecticut is seeking a senior associate/of counsel with 4 years of experience litigating complex insurance claims, analyzing and drafting insurance policy language, and/or providing insurance coverage opinions.

We are among the elite law firms in the country representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes, and one of even fewer national firms whose practice is focused exclusively in this area. We advise on the purchase of new policies and assist in renewals and the modification of existing policies to ensure the coverage meets your needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation.
• Work-life balance.
• Sophisticated, collaborative, intellectual practice.
• Mentorship and training.
• Transparent, merit-based compensation formula and promotion system.
• Opportunity for advancement to partner and ownership.
• Development and maintenance of direct client relationships is fostered and encouraged.

Requirements:

• JD from Accredited Law School and current admission to the Connecticut Bar.
• Comparable private practice experience.
• Significant State or Federal court litigation experience, including drafting pleadings, taking depositions and motion practice.
• High intelligence, problem solving abilities and creativity.
• Personal responsibility, strong work ethic and commitment to firm’s clients.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organization, time management, project management and matter management skills.

Compensation for the Senior Associate position is made up of a base salary plus a billable hour or a percentage of collections bonus. Estimated total compensation for this role can be upwards of $250K plus a discretionary firm bonus.

Hybrid available based on demonstrated ability, but not fully remote.

Firm clients are located nationally. Travel would be required for litigation work.

If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all of the above requirements, please forward a cover letter (including salary requirements), resume and a writing sample to hrd@sdvlaw.com.