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Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Washington, DC 20006

Posted: 07/08/2025 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Legal/Law Job Number: AS3489778

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Associate-Wash DC
Our global client is seeking a mid-level associate to join their sophisticated Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in their Washington, DC office. Candidates should have 4-6 years of complex litigation experience, excellent academic credentials, and an interest in high-level insurance coverage litigation, dispute analysis, and coverage assessments. Our associates work collaboratively with our partners and clients and are key members of our team. Expected responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Drafting complex case evaluations, drafting pleadings, motions and other litigation documents
  • Working on all aspects of litigation from inception through trial and appeal where relevant
  • Conducting legal research and writing memoranda
  • Conducting, propounding and responding to discovery (documents, written discovery, depositions)
  • Working with clients, witnesses, experts and other counsel
  • Analyzing insurance coverage and extra-contractual disputes, including drafting coverage opinions or other coverage analyses

This is an excellent opportunity to work with dedicated lawyers who are passionate about their work, all while enjoying the benefits of an international law firm. Pursuant to DC law, the salary range for this position will be $270,000 to $315,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Our client’s associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. Position requirementsPersonal skills/attributes
  • Has exceptional writing and analytical skills, and can effectively communicate research into meaningful written work product
  • Is dedicated and goal-oriented, with a strong work ethic
  • Possesses superior organizational and time-management skills
  • Demonstrates an ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, as well as adversaries and courts
  • Embraces client service with respect to internal and external clients
  • Has excellent interpersonal, networking and business development skills
  • Embraces teamwork and values collaboration
Technical skills
  • 4-6 years of complex litigation experience is required
    • Experience with insurance coverage litigation is a strong plus, but we also will consider candidates with complex litigation experience who have an interest in high-level insurance coverage litigation, dispute analysis and coverage assessments
    • An interest in emerging risks in insurance and environmental and products liability underlying litigation is required
  • Strong writing and case management skills, level appropriate direct experience handling clients and adversaries, and excellent oral advocacy skills
  • Federal District Court or Appellate clerkship is a plus
Other requirements
  • Must be licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia and be in good standing
  • Application must include a law school transcript, at least one writing sample, and a cover letter detailing one's experience or interest in (i) high-level insurance coverage litigation, dispute analysis, and coverage assessments and interest in & (ii) emerging risks in insurance and environmental and products liability underlying litigation

**Qualified Professional and our clients are EEOC compliant. This is a direct hire opportunity
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