Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation Of Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance Coverage/Insurance Litigation Attorney in Seattle, Washington. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement or remote work opportunities. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team handling complex insurance matters across Washington and the U.S., representing both domestic and international insurers.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Handle discovery, depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Investigate claims and prepare comprehensive coverage opinion letters.
• Provide strategic coverage advice to clients on various insurance lines.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across offices to deliver seamless client service.
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing updates and thoughtful analysis of case developments.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of Washington.
• 5+ years of defense litigation experience.
• 3+ years of insurance coverage and/or coverage litigation experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience drafting coverage opinions and handling third-party and/or first-party claims.
• Strong coverage analysis and writing skills.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.
• Deposition, mediation, and courtroom experience preferred; trial experience a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the State of Washington.

Skills

• Strong coverage analysis and writing skills.
• Exceptional analytical, research, writing, and communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and 401(k) match.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.