Senior Counsel - Trial and Defense

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Counsel with over 10 years of experience to join its litigation defense practice in Seattle, WA. The role involves handling a variety of liability and insurance challenges, including insurance coverage, bad faith, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, UIM defense, premises liability, trucking/transportation claims, and employment and property disputes.

Duties

• Take depositions, attend hearings, and mediations as required.
• Draft and submit pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Draft discovery requests and responses.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Report to insurance carrier clients and insureds.
• Prepare cases for trial/mediation and participate in them.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in Washington State.
• Civil litigation experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Retirement benefits starting on day one.