Overview
This role is for a Washington-licensed Associate Attorney focused on insurance coverage and first-party/coverage-related work, with a broader mix of tort litigation. The position offers variety rather than placement into a narrow practice lane, with mentorship and meaningful client and case responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
- Manage cases independently, including court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
- Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
- Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys to support team growth and success
Case Mix / Practice Focus
- Approximately 10% of the practice will involve first-party and coverage-related work
- The remainder will include a diverse mix of tort litigation, including:
- Auto and UIM matters
- Premises liability
- Products liability
- Construction-related litigation
- Complex bodily injury claims
- Insurance coverage and first-party bad faith exposure
- High-value and unusual matters involving sophisticated liability issues
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar license in the state of Washington
- 3+ years of experience in insurance defense
- 3–5 years of litigation experience, including experience handling Washington UIM matters and exposure to first-party bad faith claims
- 1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
- Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
- Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in developing deeper insurance knowledge
- Curiosity and a desire to understand how coverage works alongside handling meaningful liability matters
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $100,000–145,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus ranging from $10,000 and then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
- 401(k) program: 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the following 4–5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm): $100–$200/month
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement: $60
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events each year
Location
Seattle, Washington. Remote, hybrid, or onsite options may be available.