Job Title: Associate Litigation
Job Responsibilities:
The litigation associate will be part of the Insurance Recovery & Counseling Group at the law firm's Washington, DC office. Key responsibilities include:
- Focusing on recovery/coverage matters and representing policyholders.
- Drafting pleadings, briefs, and motions in both state and federal courts.
- Engaging in discovery processes, including conducting depositions and drafting/arguing discovery motions.
- Managing multiple, time-sensitive projects efficiently.
- Collaborating effectively as part of a team.
- Taking ownership of significant projects.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates should possess 3-9 years of experience in litigation. It is essential for candidates to have substantial experience in drafting legal documents and engaging in discovery processes. Admission to the DC Bar or eligibility to apply for DC Bar admission is required. Candidates with a genuine interest or experience in focusing on recovery/coverage matters representing policyholders will be preferred.
Salary Information:
The salary range for the position of a 3-9 year Associate at the law firm is $185,000 to $265,000 annually. The actual compensation within this range will depend on various factors, including the candidate’s qualifications and experience. There is also an annual billable hours expectation of 1,850 hours, which includes up to 100 hours of approved pro bono work.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to a non-discriminatory policy encompassing race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability status, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy covers all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and social and recreational activities.
Fair Chance Employment:
The law firm is a Fair Chance employer and will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. Applicants will not be required to provide information about any criminal history until a conditional offer of employment is extended. Employees at the law firm have access to highly sensitive, confidential, and valuable information, and certain criminal history may pose a significant risk to the firm's business operations and reputation.
