Associate Attorney

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401K Plan

Year-end bonuses

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP, a national litigation firm with over 500 lawyers, is looking for an Associate Attorney for its Seattle office. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in coverage litigation and be able to ensure positive client contact while maintaining confidentiality.

The role involves preparing for hearings, building client relationships, and requires strong negotiation and communication skills. The firm offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years’ experience in coverage litigation matters.
• In good standing to practice law in New Jersey.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Build relationships with clients.

Skills

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty‑one states. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling coverage litigation matters to join our growing Seattle, Washington office. The ideal candidate has at least 3‑5 years’ experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team‑oriented. Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

Our insurance coverage team members are advisors and advocates for over two dozen carriers throughout the country including major national carriers.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy
• Prepare and respond to discovery
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings
• Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention
• Build relationships with clients
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• In good standing and able to practice law in the state of New Jersey
• Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.
• Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.
• Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.
• Self‑motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.
• Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented, organized and effective.
• Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.
• Speaking and writing opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Bar expenses paid by Firm.
• HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.
• 401K Plan.
• Company provided life insurance up to $150k.
• Company paid long‑term disability coverage.
• Year‑end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• Regular, firmwide socials and events.
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook