Job Title
Mid-Level Associate
Firm
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Location
New York-New York City
Description
The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years (class of 2019-2017) of insurance coverage experience representing policyholders or insurance companies both inside and outside of litigation, including in connection with general insurance coverage advice in the transactional context. This experience preferably will have been gained at a nationally recognized firm, or in-house legal department of an insurer or broker. Candidates must possess excellent analytical and writing skills, have strong familiarity with first and third party insurance policies and principles across various coverage lines, demonstrate leadership and initiative, and be comfortable working directly with clients and colleagues. Candidates should also have a high-level of academic achievement. Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions. These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model with work from home flexibility, underscores Skadden’s long-standing commitment to investing in its people, culture and diversity. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, please note that all newly-hired personnel in the United States must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their first day of employment. EEO Statement Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking. If you are having technical issues applying for a position, please contact your local internet service provider. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability or a religious belief or practice should contact Jennifer Lee at (212) 735-2073.
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Associate
Practice Areas
Insurance
Specialties
Coverage, Litigation
Experience
3 to 5 years
Employer Type
Law Firm