Job Description
Commercial Litigation Associate - Washington, DC: Join a top-rated law firm in Washington, DC as a mid-level Commercial Litigation Associate. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** US LLP is seeking a skilled and experienced associate to join our dynamic Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice. If you have 4-6 years of complex litigation experience, excellent academic credentials, and a passion for high-level insurance coverage litigation, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities and Practice: As a Commercial Litigation Associate, you will have the opportunity to work on complex cases from inception through trial and appeal. Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting case evaluations, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents - Conducting legal research and writing memoranda - Propounding and responding to discovery (documents, written discovery, depositions) - Working with clients, witnesses, experts, and other counsel - Analyzing insurance coverage and extra-contractual disputes
Collaboration is key at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, and as an associate, you will work closely with our partners and clients, playing a crucial role in our team. You will also have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career at an international law firm. Our Litigation and Dispute Resolution lawyers are known for their strategic thinking and innovative approaches to complex disputes, and we have over 200 litigators in the US and 700 worldwide.
Salary and Benefits: As a Commercial Litigation Associate at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** US LLP, you can expect 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. The salary range for this position is $270,000 to $315,000, based on experience.
Position Requirements: To be considered for this position, you must have the following skills and qualifications:
Personal skills/attributes:
- Excellent writing and analytical skills - Strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals - Superior organizational and time-management skills - Effective communication skills with colleagues, clients, adversaries, and courts - Commitment to client service - Interpersonal skills, networking abilities, and business development skills - Ability to work in a team and value collaboration
Technical skills:
- 4-6 years of complex litigation experience - Experience with insurance coverage litigation is a plus, but we also welcome candidates with complex litigation experience and an interest in high-level insurance coverage litigation - Interest in emerging risks in insurance, environmental, and products liability underlying litigation - Strong writing and case management skills - Experience handling clients and adversaries - Excellent oral advocacy skills - Federal District Court or Appellate clerkship experience 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 experience or interest in high-level insurance coverage litigation and emerging risks in insurance, environmental, and products liability underlying litigation
Equal Opportunities: At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** US LLP, we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
How to Apply: If you are interested in this position, please apply using the button below. We are not accepting submissions from search firms for this position. If you need any assistance with the application process or require reasonable accommodation, please contact us at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or email **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Join our team and take your career to the next level at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** US LLP.
