INSURANCE COVERAGE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Washington, DC

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ON-SITE

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its leading Insurance Coverage Practice. This partnership-track opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate who is eager to handle sophisticated insurance coverage matters and litigation, while working closely with policyholders and insurers across a wide range of industries.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record (Class Years 2020-2022)
• Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia, in good standing
  • Candidates who intend to relocate and are willing to gain admission within the first year of employment are also welcome to apply
• 3–5 years of substantive insurance coverage experience, preferably representing policyholders or insurers
• Litigation experience, with familiarity in first- and third-party insurance policies and insurance policy interpretation
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills, with demonstrated initiative and leadership ability
• Professionalism: Client-service oriented, collaborative, and committed to excellence; eagerness to engage in pro bono matters

Key Responsibilities

• Represent policyholders and insurers in complex insurance coverage matters, including litigation and arbitration
• Draft, analyze, and interpret first- and third-party insurance policies and related agreements
• Provide clear and strategic legal advice to clients on a variety of insurance coverage issues
• Handle motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation for litigated matters
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Engage in direct client communication, offering practical and business-focused guidance

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to join one of the nation’s preeminent Insurance Coverage practices, known for its sophisticated representations and client-focused approach. Associates gain meaningful responsibility from the outset, with direct access to clients and opportunities to develop as both a litigator and trusted advisor. The firm fosters a supportive, inclusive, and intellectually rigorous culture that values collaboration, professional growth, and community engagement. For attorneys interested in building a long-term career in insurance coverage law, our client provides an excellent platform.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to start at $260,000-$365,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programs, among others.
• Additional Perks: Include a sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discounts.

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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