Insurance Coverage Attorney

Clyde & Co US LLP seeks a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel attorney to join our growing insurance coverage litigation practice in Seattle. This practice provides strategic guidance to insurance companies on first‑party and third‑party coverage analysis and defends against alleged bad‑faith claims in Washington and other jurisdictions nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies, draft coverage opinions, and provide coverage advice to clients.
• Conduct legal research, analyze findings, and draft memoranda.
• Prepare and analyze pleadings, discovery, motions, supporting briefs, and legal correspondence regarding insurance coverage litigation.
• Meet and confer with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Take a proactive role in managing matters, deadlines, and communication with clients.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in Washington State.
• Experience in insurance coverage and coverage litigation, or a commercial litigation background with an interest in insurance coverage work.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to simultaneously handle sensitive and time‑sensitive matters.
• Effective problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Flexibility – balance remote and in‑office work.
• Flexible Paid Time Off – attorneys trusted to use judgment to take PTO as needed.
• Performance Bonuses – annual performance‑based bonuses and a monthly bonus plan up to $2,000 per month.
• Student Debt Repayment – non‑taxable $250 monthly payment toward a qualified higher‑education student loan.
• Referral Rewards – generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues.
• Mentorship & Career Growth – strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging Culture – social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Wellbeing Benefits – $300 per calendar year for wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day off.
• Inclusive Parental Leave – six months fully paid for all parents.
• Global Mobility Program – client‑facing events across North America and opportunities in international offices.
• Retirement Benefits – starts day one and 100% vested.

Pay

Salary range: $165,000 – $200,000 for a Senior Associate; $200,000 – $240,000 for Senior Counsel. Compensation considers skill set, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and other business needs.