Overview
This role is for a senior litigation attorney focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The employer is seeking accomplished counsel with courtroom confidence, leadership, and a strategic approach to high-exposure matters.
An active bar license in the State of Washington is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop a persuasive case theme for each matter
- Handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials independently
- Manage full case handling responsibilities, including discovery and trial-related work
- Participate as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
- Conduct routine client communications
- Cultivate relationships with current and prospective clients
- Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
Requirements
- JD from an ABA approved school
- Must be licensed in your state
- 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition and trial preparation
- Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
- Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
- Experience with time management systems
- Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
- Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with insurance defense matters
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $145,000–$180,000 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: $700–$1,700
- 401(k) program:
- 100% match on the first 3% contributed
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- 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
- Flexible Work Model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
Washington (active Washington bar license required).