Associate - Insurance Defense Litigation-3620172

Job Title: Associate – Insurance Defense Litigation Location: Seattle, WA 98101 Salary/Payrate: $120K-$140K annually, bonus and AWESOME benefits!!! Term: Permanent Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description: Associate Attorney Openings – Insurance Defense Litigation (1,800 Billable Hours) A civil litigation firm in Seattle, WA is seeking an Associate Attorney (4-7 years of experience). This role requires strong written and oral advocacy skills, with a focus on insurance defense litigation and insurance coverage matters. Candidates should be highly motivated attorneys who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative litigation environment and are seeking long-term professional growth within a respected defense practice. Basic Requirements J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar (WSBA) Strong written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities Experience Requirements (Level Dependent) Associate Attorney: 4–7 years of substantive litigation experience or judicial clerkship experience Experience in civil defense litigation, particularly insurance coverage and extra-contractual matters Ability to research insurance coverage issues and draft coverage opinions Experience handling discovery, motion practice, depositions, and/or court appearances Strong ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and staff Demonstrated professionalism, ethics, and sound legal judgment Judicial clerkship or prior courtroom experience (a plus, not required) Key Responsibilities Handle litigation matters from inception through resolution, including discovery, motion practice, and case strategy development Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and insurance coverage opinions Conduct legal research on insurance coverage and liability issues Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings as appropriate Collaborate with litigation teams to ensure efficient and effective case managementMaintain high-quality written work product and meet all deadlines Compensation and Benefits Associate: approximately $120,000–$140,000, depending on experience Performance-based bonus opportunity Full employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance 401(k) & Profit Sharing Contributions Flexible schedule with remote work access Life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr AMS Staffing Inc.