Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Vacation Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Insurance Coverage. This role offers a unique opportunity to defend pre-litigation and litigated matters while providing legal advice to insurers. You will work in a collaborative environment, mentored by top attorneys, allowing you to grow your skills significantly. The firm values excellence in litigation defense and fosters a culture of respect, diversity, and professional development. If you have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a passion for innovative legal strategies, this position could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in insurance coverage and litigation.
• Strong research and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Research and write coverage opinions for insurance clients.
• Prepare comprehensive coverage analysis and Reservation of Rights letters.

Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Insurance Knowledge

Litigation Experience

Trial Experience

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Doctorate Degree

Job description

We are seeking a new Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage to join our team. Your role will be to defend pre-litigation and litigated matters, provide legal advice to insurers, and litigate primary and excess coverage for all types and lines of coverage. We foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment in which junior and mid-level attorneys are mentored by experienced Shareholders. This is an excellent opportunity for associates looking to expand their skills under the mentorship of some of the state’s top insurance coverage attorneys.

The ideal candidate will have experience preparing insurance coverage opinions and litigating coverage and extra-contractual matters. Excellent research and writing skills are a must.

What You Will Do

• Research and write coverage opinions, providing legal advice to a wide array of insurance clients.
• Review claim files, underlying claim materials, and policy language.
• Prepare comprehensive coverage analysis and Reservation of Rights letters.
• Meet annual billable hours requirement of 1,850.

What You Will Bring

Our ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills:

• Doctorate Degree
• License to practice law in Washington State and Federal courts (preferred).
• 2 - 4 years of insurance coverage experience (preferred).
• Litigation experience (required).
• Trial experience (preferred).
• Ability to work creatively and develop innovative legal strategies.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Strong insurance knowledge.

Why You'll Love Us

Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. is committed to excellence in litigation defense within the Pacific Northwest. Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. provides outstanding legal representation while also seeking efficient and effective solutions to the legal challenges faced by clients. We believe in a client-centered philosophy that values both the quality of the legal services and the practical outcomes achieved.

Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. also emphasize the importance of a collaborative and respectful workplace culture, individual recognition, diversity, innovation, professional development, and community service. We understand the success of the firm is built on the collective efforts of its members, who are encouraged to grow, contribute, and lead both within the firm and in the broader legal community.

Benefits

Forsberg & Umlauf, P.S. is a law firm that is dynamic, principled, and focused on both internal excellence and external service. The firm positions itself as not just a provider of legal services, but as a leader in the legal community and an advocate for the values it upholds. Salary range for this position is $110,000 - $170,000 per year (plus bonus/commission). We offer the following benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Vacation Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay

DEI Statement

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 3 - 5 years

Salary: $110,000 - $170,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: Yes

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice