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Attorney, Coverage Defense

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more!

We have a unique opportunity for an experienced coverage defense attorney with 5+ years of civil litigation experience in handling these types of claims to serve within our staff counsel operation. The ideal candidate’s experience should include taking and defending depositions, negotiation proficiency, and established experience successfully trying cases. PIP insurance defense background is mandatory and experience in the handling of Coverage matters, BI, UM and auto physical damage coverage matters is preferred. Staff Counsel will be responsible for handling files from inception through trial and appeal, if necessary. All candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, outstanding written and oral advocacy skills and strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook and Westlaw. Competitive candidates will be well-organized, detail-oriented, and be able to independently manage a caseload. 

Qualifications

We are looking for an Attorney, Coverage Defense who has the following experience:

• 5+ years of experience handling first and/or third party personal auto insurance cases and coverage matters from inception to conclusion including arguing motions in limine and trials through verdict

• Proven track record of being able to proficiently manage a full pending of case assignments

• Extensive knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law, particularly relating to coverage matters including rescission and order of priority

• Experience presenting and cross-examining lay and expert witnesses

• Experience directing support staff on clerical and administrative matters related to lawsuit handling

• Experience working in a paperless electronic environment

• Strong automation/technological skills for lawsuit handling and courtroom presentation

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must have a law degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and excellent academic credentials

• Must have an active law license to practice in New Jersey and a member in good standing with the State Bar of New Jersey

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage

• Generous paid time off (PTO days, sick days, and holidays)

• Flexible spending options with FSA & HSA plans

• Life and AD&D insurance

• 401(k) with company match 

• Voluntary benefits such as legal services, pet insurance, and identity & fraud protection

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families

• Health & wellness perks including gym discounts, wellness reimbursements, and reward programs

• Fun, engaging in-office events that support our culture

Office Location: Princeton, NJ

Schedule: We offer flexible work hours between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, and employees can choose a schedule that works best for them—8:00 AM–4:00 PM, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, or 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. While we aim to support individual preferences, final schedules may be adjusted based on business needs to ensure great coverage and teamwork.

We offer a hybrid work schedule: team members work onsite 4 days per week and have the flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week.

Compensation: $115,000-$160,000

We recruit, hire, employ, train and promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We respect the dignity and worth of each individual and are committed to an employment environment that is free from all forms of employment discrimination. 

CURE Auto Insurance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  This job description may be subject to change at any time.

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