Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage

L5

forsberg umlauf psSeattle, WAyesterday

$110,000 per year

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 UsForsberg & 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
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$110,000 per year

Location

Seattle, WA

Occupation

Lawyers

Industry

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Posted

yesterday

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