Associate Attorney

gpac; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Bar dues paid

HSA / FSA options

401(k) plan

Year-end bonuses

Hourly-based bonus opportunities

Referral fee incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Firm social events and gatherings

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

gpac on behalf of a respected law firm in Seattle, Washington, seeks a General Liability/Insurance Coverage Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to join its team.

The successful candidate will handle insurance coverage and defense matters through all litigation stages, analyze policies, draft pleadings and motions, manage discovery and depositions, and build strong client relationships with a proactive, on-site presence in Seattle (hybrid flexibility for senior attorneys may be

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally with insurance coverage, insurance defense, general liability, or related experience.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and litigation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
• Comfortable working primarily on-site in Seattle; some hybrid flexibility may be available for senior-level attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance coverage and defense matters through various stages of litigation
• Analyze insurance policies and provide guidance on coverage issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents
• Manage discovery, depositions, and case strategy
• Communicate directly with clients and develop strong professional relationships
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on case management

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance coverage

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Client relationships

Education

J.D. ABA-accredited

Job description

General Liability/ Insurance Coverage Attorney (3+ Years) - Location: Seattle, Washington

A respected law firm in Seattle, Washington, is seeking an Insurance Coverage Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to join its growing team. The firm handles sophisticated insurance coverage and defense matters and is looking for an attorney with strong litigation skills, initiative, and an interest in developing long-term client relationships. The position carries a 1,900 billable hour requirement and offers competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance coverage and defense matters through various stages of litigation
• Analyze insurance policies and provide guidance on coverage issues
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents
• Manage discovery, depositions, and case strategy
• Communicate directly with clients and develop strong professional relationships
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on case management

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally with insurance coverage, insurance defense, general liability, or related experience
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and litigation skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the Washington State Bar
• Comfortable working primarily on-site in Seattle; some hybrid flexibility may be available for senior-level attorneys

Billable Requirement

• 1,900 billable hours annually

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Bar dues paid
• HSA / FSA options
• 401(k) plan
• Year-end bonuses
• Hourly-based bonus opportunities
• Referral fee incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Firm social events and gatherings
• Competitive compensation package

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.