ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (KIRKLAND, WA)
Gillaspy Rhode Faddis & Benn LLC is seeking an Associate Attorney for our Kirkland, Washington office. We are a 100% women-owned business. Please see www.gillaspyrhode.com.
Job Type: Attorney with 3+ years’ experience in litigation and/or insurance defense. Position is full time, in-office work schedule Monday-Friday. After 60 days, a hybrid work schedule may be supported.
Pay: $90,000.00-$115,000.00 (depending on experience) with a guaranteed bonus structure if/when billable hours are met.
Responsibilities:
As an Associate Attorney with GRFB, you can plan to be responsible for working with partners to defend our clients in various legal matters including litigation, arbitration, and settlement negotiations.
Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials as necessary
Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents
Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop effective defense strategies
Collaborate with internal teams, including claims adjusters and underwriters, to evaluate and manage claims
Engage in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active Washington license required
Active Oregon license preferred
3+ years’ experience practicing insurance defense law and/or civil litigation
Experience in any of the following: construction defect litigation, professional malpractice, premises liability, personal injury, and/or products liability strongly preferred
Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities and a desire to communicate promptly and professionally
Proven ability to manage one’s caseload and work independently while maintaining exceptional time management skills.
Benefits:
A competitive salary package, including a guaranteed bonus structure depending on billable hours met with a requirement of 1800 annual hours
100% employer covered medical insurance including medical, dental, & vision
401(k) retirement plan after 1 year of employment
Annual professional development budget to assist with CLE’s, networking events, etc.
Parking provided
Parental leave
Partnership track discussions
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
Direct your resume and 2 references to Annalie Faddis at afaddis@gillaspyrhode.com.