We are seeking a Coverage Defense Attorney to join the in-house legal team of a direct-writer auto insurance company operating in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. This is a hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ — 4 days onsite, 1 day remote — with flexible daily start times. You will handle insurance coverage defense litigation from inception through trial and appeal, managing a full caseload independently in a collaborative, well-supported environment. HYBRID: 4 days onsite / 1 day remote.
This company is known for its collaborative legal and claims culture, strong internal litigation support, and genuine work-life balance. The team operates in a fully paperless electronic litigation environment with modern courtroom presentation tools.
What You'll Be Doing
- Handle insurance coverage defense litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal
- Manage first-party and third-party personal auto insurance claims
- Defend and litigate PIP-related matters
- Handle coverage disputes involving BI, UM/UIM, auto physical damage, rescission, and order of priority issues
- Take and defend depositions; argue motions in limine and other litigation motions
- Conduct trials through verdict; present and cross-examine expert and lay witnesses
- Independently manage a full caseload in a paperless electronic litigation environment
- Work closely with litigation support staff
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 5+ years of civil litigation experience
- Mandatory PIP insurance defense litigation experience — required
- Strong insurance coverage defense background with trial experience through verdict
- Experience handling first-party and/or third-party personal auto insurance claims
- Strong deposition, negotiation, and legal writing skills
- Knowledge of New Jersey discovery rules, trial procedures, and substantive insurance law
- Experience with coverage matters involving rescission and order of priority
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; active New Jersey Bar license in good standing
Benefits
- Hybrid: 4 days onsite / 1 day remote | Flexible start times (8:00, 8:30, or 9:00 AM)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match
- PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays; Life and AD&D insurance; FSA & HSA plans
- Employee Assistance Program, wellness reimbursements, gym discounts, pet insurance
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