Senior Coverage Counsel
Goodwin Recruiting · goodwinrecruiting.com
San FranciscoSenior10+ yrs
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Coverage counsel (legal).
InsuranceLegal
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- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-10-01
- Location
- San Francisco, California
Full description
A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Insurance Coverage Counsel with 10+ years of insurance coverage experience to join its expanding practice. This role is primarily advisory and focused on complex coverage analysis, strategic claims guidance, legal research, and high-level written work for insurer clients. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling sophisticated coverage issues independently while working closely with clients and other attorneys.
Job Responsibilities:
• Advise insurance clients on complex coverage issues involving commercial liability, excess coverage, and other third-party claims
• Prepare detailed coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, coverage position letters, legal memoranda, and related analysis
• Research and analyze complex legal and factual issues affecting insurance coverage and claim determinations
• Work directly with claims professionals, in-house counsel, and client representatives to develop practical coverage strategies and recommendations
• Manage multiple matters, deadlines, client communications, and case-related priorities while maintaining a high level of work product
Job Requirements:
• 10+ years of substantive insurance coverage experience, with third-party coverage experience strongly preferred
• Active license and good standing in California, Washington, or another U.S. jurisdiction; California or Washington admission preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters independently while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience working collaboratively and mentoring, training, or developing junior attorneys
Job Benefits:
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Attorneys have the flexibility to use paid time off based on their professional judgment and workload
• Performance-Based Bonuses – Annual performance incentives plus an additional monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000
• Student Loan Assistance – Eligible attorneys may receive a $250 monthly non-taxable payment toward qualifying student loan debt
• Career Development & Wellbeing – Mentorship, professional development programs, wellness benefits, and a dedicated wellbeing day
• Comprehensive Benefits – Six months of fully paid parental leave, retirement benefits beginning on day one with immediate 100% vesting, referral incentives, and opportunities for professional and community engagement
JOB ID: 181348
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