Senior Insurance Defense Attorney

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney looking to join a respected and growing litigation practice? Our client is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 5–12 years of experience to handle a sophisticated insurance defense caseload, including general liability, premises liability, transportation, construction defect, and catastrophic injury matters. This is an excellent opportunity to take on greater case responsibility, work directly with clients and carriers, and play a key role in a successful litigation team while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. What You'll Do • Manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution • Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda • Take and defend depositions, including expert witnesses • Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances • Develop litigation strategy and provide case evaluations • Communicate directly with insurance carriers, clients, and opposing counsel • Mentor junior attorneys and support trial preparation • Maintain compliance with court deadlines and litigation requirements Qualifications • J.D. and active Washington State bar admission • 5–12 years of insurance defense or civil litigation experience • Strong deposition, motion practice, and case management experience • Trial preparation experience required; first-chair trial experience is a plus • Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills • Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload • Strong client relationship and communication skills Why This Opportunity? • Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance • Competitive compensation ($175,000–$240,000 base salary) • Annual bonus opportunity • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) with employer match • Generous PTO and paid holidays • CLE, bar dues, and professional development reimbursement • Partnership-track potential and long-term career growth • Collaborative and highly respected litigation team Please send your confidential resume to Sierra Darrah at sierra.darrah@gogpac.com or call/text 605-605-1152 to discuss this opportunity in more detail. 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. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.