Attorney- Seattle

Tailored Management; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary + bonus

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Bar Dues & CLE credits paid by firm

Paid vacation & sick time

Job summary

Tailored Management in Seattle, WA seeks an experienced attorney with 7+ years of litigation in first-party property insurance. You will manage cases from start to finish, draft pleadings, and negotiate with insurers while growing a Seattle practice within a national firm.

The role offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary with bonus, and comprehensive benefits. Active WA license is required and business development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Washington state.
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience in first-party property insurance law.
• Proven ability to generate new business and develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Represent policyholders in first-party property insurance matters, including coverage disputes, claim denials, and bad faith claims.
• Conduct reviews of policies and claim materials to assess coverage and developstrong cases.
• Perform legal research to craft innovative strategies and stay current on insurance law.
• Manage a diverse caseload, drafting pleadings, motions, and maintaining organized files.
• Negotiate with insurers and opposing counsel to obtain favorable settlements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Advise policyholders clearly on rights and obligations under policies.
• Collaborate with a team to ensure seamless case management.
• Market to potential clients and contribute to business development in Seattle.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal research

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

**Experienced Attorney in Seattle, WA**

**About Us:** We are a leading national law firm that specializes in first-party property insurance law, dedicated to advocating for policyholders and managing complex insurance claims disputes with a focus on excellence and client service.

**Position Overview:** We are looking for an experienced attorney with 7+ years of litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in first-party property insurance law and be ready to market to new business while managing cases from start to finish. This is a unique opportunity to build and grow a practice in a new market with the support of a nationally recognized law firm.

**What You'll Do:**

• Represent policyholders in first-party property insurance matters, including coverage disputes, claim denials, and bad faith claims.
• Conduct meticulous reviews of insurance policies, claim documentation, correspondence, and related materials to assess coverage, identify potential issues, and build strong cases.
• Carry out comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop innovative strategies and stay up-to-date on evolving first-party property insurance laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Manage a diverse caseload of first-party property insurance cases, drafting legal documents, pleadings, and motions while ensuring organized documentation.
• Utilize strong negotiation skills to engage with insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties, seeking advantageous settlements for clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials, using persuasive advocacy skills to present compelling arguments.
• Provide clear and concise legal advice to policyholders, empowering them with knowledge and understanding of their rights and obligations under their insurance policies.
• Collaborate with a team of experts, attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants in a supportive environment to ensure seamless case management and optimal outcomes.
• Implement strategies to market to potential clients and build business in the Seattle area, leveraging support from Business Development and Marketing teams.

**Qualifications:**

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Washington state.
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, with demonstrated expertise in first-party property insurance law preferred.
• Proven ability to generate new business and develop client relationships.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and trial skills, with the ability to manage cases independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.

**What We Offer:**

• Competitive Salary + Bonus Structure
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health & Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Discount Program & Insurance
• Bar Dues & CLE Credits Paid by Firm
• Generous 401(k) matching
• Hybrid Work Schedule