Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense
Seattle, WA | Onsite to Start, Hybrid Flexibility
Our client is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join their close‑knit and highly reputable team. This firm has been practicing for over four decades and is known for maintaining a genuine commitment to work–life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to grow their litigation career in a supportive environment that values professionalism, autonomy, and flexibility.
About the Opportunity
The hiring firm specializes in a broad range of civil litigation matters, including insurance defense, personal injury, property damage, bodily injury, malpractice, products liability, and construction‑related claims. Attorneys enjoy a collaborative environment, flexible work arrangements, and the ability to manage their schedules responsibly while contributing meaningfully to the firm’s litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage insurance defense and/or personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
- Draft, research, and argue motions independently.
- Conduct discovery, depositions, hearings, and contribute to case strategy development.
- Work collaboratively with partners and team members, while effectively handling independent work as needed.
- Maintain a reasonable caseload.
Qualifications
- 3–8+ years of experience in insurance defense, personal injury, construction defect, products liability, or related litigation.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active Washington State Bar License required; California Bar a plus.
- Experience independently drafting and arguing motions.
- Trial experience welcome but not required.
- Ability to operate autonomously in a balanced, professional environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $100,000–$120,000 (DOE).
- Bonuses: Firm‑based and individual bonuses available.
- Healthcare: Fully paid medical coverage for employees.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan.
- PTO: Very generous paid time off.
- Quality of Life: Lighter caseload and no set billable hour requirements.
- Work Arrangement: Onsite initially, transitioning to hybrid flexibility after onboarding.
