Associate Attorney - General Liability - Insurance Coverage

Chartwell Law • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

Chartwell is seeking a junior- to midlevel associate to join its Portland/Vancouver-based insurance coverage practice. The coverage group handles matters under many different commercial policies and represents insurers in coverage disputes throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. The role requires exceptional research and drafting skills and close collaboration with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting a 1,950-hour annual billable requirement.

The associate will evaluate insurance policies and risks, communicate applicable legal standards to clients, research and draft coverage opinions and litigation documents, and represent insurer clients in court and depositions. The role also involves collaborating with partners and clients to deliver timely coverage advice and managing deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence. Chartwell describes its culture as supportive, with flexible remote or hybrid options and an emphasis on long-term relationships.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Oregon and/or Washington.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in insurer or policyholder coverage practice.
• Experience with depositions and mediations.
• Significant familiarity with insurance policies and coverage determinations.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong client-relations and communication skills.
• Responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks at the same time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Additional bar admission in Idaho or Montana.
• Experience in coverage litigation, including depositions.
• Experience working with CGL, D&O, E&O, EPL, Fiduciary, Professional Liability, and Property policies.
• Extended coverage opinion experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate insurance policies and assess risks.
• Communicate with clients about the legal standards applicable to insurance coverage disputes.
• Conduct extensive legal research and draft coverage opinions, briefs, memoranda, and pleadings.
• Represent insurer clients in court and depositions.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to provide timely coverage advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.
• Meet an annual billable requirement of 1,950 hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree