Associate Attorney – Insurance Coverage; Mid–Senior Level
Listed on 2026-02-17
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Litigation, Lawyer
Location: South Foxboro
Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV) is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. With headquarters in Connecticut and offices in California and Florida, we handle complex, high‑stakes matters across the country.
We are proud to be Mansfield Certified, reflecting our commitment to equitable talent practices, inclusive leadership development, and a diverse, collaborative workplace. At SDV, your ideas are heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible.
Position overviewWe are opening a Foxborough, Massachusetts office and we invite you to join us! We are seeking a mid‑level to senior Associate Attorney (3+ years of experience) with a strong background in insurance coverage and/or complex commercial litigation, and ideally exposure to construction law.
In this role, you will be a key member of our coverage and litigation team, working on sophisticated matters that involve:
- Analyzing complex insurance policies and coverage issues
- Litigating high‑value disputes involving insurance and construction risks
- Partnering directly with clients to develop strategy and solve business‑critical problems
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys hands‑on case responsibility, wants to deepen their expertise in insurance coverage and construction risk, and thrives in a highly collaborative, policyholder‑only practice.
Key responsibilities- Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including strategy development and client communication.
- Conduct insurance coverage and claim analysis for complex commercial and construction‑related matters.
- Draft and argue substantive motions, including dispositive and coverage‑related motions.
- Prepare and respond to written discovery; draft pleadings and briefs.
- Take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and fact witnesses.
- Handle motion practice and court appearances in state and federal courts.
- Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals.
- Collaborate with colleagues across offices in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active admission to the Massachusetts Bar; admission in additional states is a plus.
- 3+ years of litigation experience, including managing cases and supervising junior attorneys.
- Experience in insurance coverage and/or complex commercial litigation
- Exposure to construction law and construction defect is preferred.
- Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Experience with pleadings, depositions, and motion practice.
- Experience drafting complex motions and/or appellate briefs preferred.
- Portable book of business preferred.
- Willingness to travel for litigation matters, hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Competitive compensation with year‑end performance‑based bonus.
- Generous PTO and hybrid work arrangements.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and additional insurance options.
- 401(k) with firm match.
- Robust professional development, training, and advancement opportunities within a growing national practice.
Please apply directly via Linked In and include your resume. For additional details or to submit supplemental documents, you may also email:
CompensationSalary range: $162,500 – $250,000, commensurate with experience/portable book of business.
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