Senior Counsel

Overview

This role is for a Senior Attorney with a focus on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The position involves leading high-exposure matters, managing all phases of litigation, and working collaboratively with attorneys at all levels.

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

Responsibilities

• Develop persuasive case themes for defense matters
• Independently handle court appearances, depositions, briefs, and trials
• Manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• Communicate routinely with clients
• Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
• Provide leadership and direction to less experienced attorneys
• Work as part of a team with attorneys at all levels of experience

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
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
• Ability to manage full case handling responsibilities, including all facets of discovery and trial
• 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 handling insurance defense matters

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $145,000–$180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: $10,000, 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) with employer match:
  • 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

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 (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 (role requires an active bar license in the State of Washington).