Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation Of Counsel

Overview

A national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices is seeking an Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation Attorney to join its Seattle office. The firm is recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement or remote work opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Handle discovery, depositions, mediations, and court appearances
• Investigate claims and prepare comprehensive coverage opinion letters
• Provide strategic coverage advice to clients on various insurance lines
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices to deliver seamless client service
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing updates and thoughtful analysis of case developments

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to practice in the State of Washington
• Minimum of 5 years of defense litigation experience
• Preferably 3+ years of insurance coverage and/or coverage litigation experience
• Demonstrated experience drafting coverage opinions and handling third-party and/or first-party claims
• Strong coverage analysis and writing skills
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
• Deposition, mediation, and courtroom experience preferred; trial experience is a plus
• Exceptional analytical, research, writing, and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $175,000—$200,000 USD
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses
• Full-time position with benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive salary and benefits package designed to support professional and personal needs

Location

Seattle, Washington

Additional Information

The employer is committed to a collegial work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, stalking, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.