Attorney (Property Insurance Law)

What You’ll Do: 

• Be the voice of policyholders, representing them in first-party property insurance matters such as coverage disputes, claim denials, and bad faith claims.  

• Conduct meticulous review of insurance policies, claim documentation, correspondence, and related materials to assess coverage, identify potential issues, and build a strong case for clients. 

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop innovative strategies and stay abreast of 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, and ensuring all necessary documentation is organized and maintained. 

• Employ your strong negotiation abilities to engage with insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in insurance disputes, seeking advantageous settlements for our clients. 

• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. Your persuasive advocacy skills will be pivotal in presenting compelling arguments. 

• Provide clear and concise legal advice to policyholders, empowering them with the knowledge and understanding of their rights, obligations, and available options under their insurance policies. 

• Collaborate with a talented team of experts, fellow attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure seamless case management and optimal outcomes. 

• Execute strategies to market to potential clients and build business in the Seattle area with the support of our 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 highly 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.