Associate Attorney, Insurance Defense

We Are Legal Revolution; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution in Washington, DC (Hybrid) seeks an Insurance Coverage Associate to join a premier practice handling complex coverage opinions, declaratory actions, and high‑exposure claims. This role offers multi-jurisdictional exposure and collaboration with a trusted client roster.

The ideal candidate holds a JD with bar admission and has 3–7+ years in insurance coverage or complex insurance litigation, plus strong analytical and writing skills to drive results.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
• 3–7+ years of insurance coverage or complex insurance litigation experience.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex insurance policies and prepare detailed coverage opinions and reservation of rights letters.
• Handle declaratory judgment actions and bad faith litigation.
• Manage high-exposure coverage disputes from initial analysis through litigation and resolution.
• Advise clients on coverage strategy, claim handling, and risk management.
• Collaborate with partners on sophisticated coverage and liability matters with increasing responsibility.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Insurance Coverage Associate | Washington, DC / Multi-Office (Hybrid) – Up to $175k Location/Schedule: Washington, DC / Multi-Office (Hybrid) Base

Up to $175k (plus performance incentives) Practice: Insurance Coverage – Complex coverage opinions, declaratory judgment actions, bad faith litigation, and high-exposure claims for insurers and corporate clients. What stands out about this opportunity:

• Established Expertise in Insurance Coverage – Join a firm with over 30 years of trusted experience defending Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, with a strong focus on sophisticated insurance coverage matters.


• Client-Centric with Prestigious Relationships – Work with long-standing clients including McDonald’s, Amtrak, and top insurers, emphasizing cost-effective resolutions and strategic risk management.


• Trial Excellence & Robust Litigation Experience – Be part of a firm of trial lawyers where partners and senior counsel regularly secure verdicts nationwide, offering real courtroom and litigation exposure.


• Supportive & Inclusive Environment – Thrive in a diverse workplace that grows through a sustainable process and is sensitive to employee needs, fostering a supportive and collaborative culture.


• Multi-Jurisdictional Exposure – Gain broad experience appearing in courts across the country (from California to Massachusetts), providing diverse and valuable professional development opportunities. Duties and

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex insurance policies and prepare detailed coverage opinions and reservation of rights letters.


• Handle declaratory judgment actions and bad faith litigation.


• Manage high-exposure coverage disputes from initial analysis through litigation and resolution.


• Advise clients on coverage strategy, claim handling, and risk management.


• Collaborate with partners on sophisticated coverage and liability matters with increasing responsibility.


• Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):


• JD and active bar admission in at least one jurisdiction (multi-jurisdictional experience a plus).


• 3–7+ years of insurance coverage or complex insurance litigation experience with strong analytical and writing skills.