Associate Attorney – General Liability – Insurance Defense

Role Overview

• Defend insureds in a wide variety of litigation matters, including general liability, personal injury, property damage, and commercial disputes.
• Manage all parts of litigated case, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of briefs, memos, and pleadings.
• Represent clients in court and in depositions.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients to deliver timely coverage advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Oregon and/or Washington
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
• Experience with depositions and mediations; trial experience a plus but not required
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills
• Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks at the same time

Benefits

• supportive culture
• flexible remote or hybrid options
• emphasis on long-term relationships