Coverage Defense Attorney

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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