Associate- Insurance Defense - Washington, DC - $200k

We Are Legal Revolution; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate for Washington, DC or Fairfax, VA (Remote) with a compensation up to $200k. The role offers flexible remote work and the opportunity to defend insurers and corporate clients.

Join a faith-driven, collaborative culture with real autonomy, mentoring, and meaningful case ownership from day one. Requires a DC or VA bar and 3–7+ years of defense experience.

Qualifications

• JD and active DC or VA bar.
• 3–7+ years of insurance defense or complex civil litigation experience.
• Strong writing and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend insureds in general liability, premises liability, auto, and complex casualty matters.
• Manage litigation from discovery through depositions, motion practice, and trial.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with clients and partners on defense strategy and resolution.
• Take meaningful ownership of cases with increasing responsibility and autonomy.

Skills

Strong writing

Advocacy

Litigation strategy

Education

JD

Job description

Insurance Defense Associate | Washington, DC or Fairfax, VA (Remote) – Up to $200k

Location/Schedule:

Washington, DC or Fairfax, VA (Remote)

Base Salary:

Up to $200k (depending on experience and productivity)

Practice:

Insurance Defense – General liability, premises liability, auto, and complex casualty defense for insurers and corporate clients.

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Faith-Driven & Collaborative Culture – Join a firm with a strong, values-based culture that emphasizes collaboration, team support, and offers optional devotional activities for those who wish to participate.
• Real Autonomy & Ownership – Gain significant autonomy to run your own cases and build your practice with real responsibility from the start.
• Strong Earning Potential – Competitive compensation with the opportunity to earn up to ~$200k depending on experience and productivity.
• Career Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from strong mentorship, exposure to a variety of cases, and clear long-term advancement opportunities in a supportive environment.
• Unique Niche Strength – Work at a firm with a standout specialty in church and nonprofit law, led by nationally recognized authority in the space, offering a distinctive and meaningful practice environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend insureds in general liability, premises liability, auto, and complex casualty matters.
• Manage litigation from discovery through depositions, motion practice, and trial.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with clients and partners on defense strategy and resolution.
• Take meaningful ownership of cases with increasing responsibility and autonomy.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD and active DC or VA bar.
• 3–7+ years of insurance defense or complex civil litigation experience.
• Strong writing and advocacy skills.

No one fits every box perfectly - if you’re a strong Insurance Defense attorney looking for autonomy, strong earning potential, and a supportive, values-driven culture, let’s talk confidentially.