Commercial Litigation Associate (Defense)

Washington, DC

Full Time

Legal

Mid Level

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 firm, seeks a mid-level litigation associate (4–6 years of experience only) to join its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Washington, DC.

This opportunity focuses on high-level insurance coverage litigation, complex dispute analysis, and coverage assessments involving emerging issues such as environmental and product liability risks.

Key Responsibilities

Draft sophisticated case evaluations, pleadings, motions, and litigation-related documents
Manage all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal
Conduct in-depth legal research and draft well-supported memoranda
Oversee discovery processes, including depositions and written discovery
Engage with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel
Analyze insurance coverage and extra-contractual disputes; prepare detailed coverage opinions and assessments

Ideal Candidate

4–6 years of complex litigation experience; insurance coverage experience preferred but not required
Strong interest in insurance law, with exposure to environmental or product liability litigation a plus
Excellent writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
Proven experience managing cases and maintaining strong client relationships
Federal District Court or Appellate clerkship experience is a plus
Must be licensed and in good standing in the District of Columbia

Preferred Attributes

Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic legal environment
Client-focused mindset with exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

This is a premier opportunity for a driven litigation associate seeking to work on sophisticated, high-impact insurance coverage matters as part of a nationally recognized litigation team.

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Commercial Litigation Associate (Defense)

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