Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a senior attorney with insurance defense and trial advocacy experience. The position involves independently handling litigation matters, leading high-exposure cases, and providing leadership to less experienced attorneys.

Please note: An active bar license in the State of Washington is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a case theme that is more compelling than any plaintiff strategy for sympathy or anger
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all experience levels
• Perform routine client communications
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future clients
• Maintain high standards of performance and refuse to accept mediocrity in any aspect of work

Requirements

• JD from an ABA approved school
• Active bar license in the State of Washington
• 8+ years of solid litigation experience, specifically with litigation support, deposition, and trial preparation
• Ability to think and act independently and with minimal supervision
• Outstanding listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
• Experience with time management systems
• Proficiency in MS Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling insurance defense matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $145,000–$180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000 plus an additional $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 a 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

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• 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, including 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

Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available. An active bar license in the State of Washington is required.