Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois•Seattle, WA

23h•$160,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lewis Brisbois is seeking an attorney to join its Professional Liability Practice in the Seattle, Washington office. The practice includes attorneys across the firm’s nationwide offices and represents professionals and organizations, including accountants, architects and engineers, attorneys, bankers, computer and media professionals, financial planners, healthcare providers, insurance brokers and agents, school districts and municipalities, property appraisers and inspectors, real estate professionals, and securities brokers. Representation may be through direct engagement or retention by a professional’s insurance carrier. The firm is interested in candidates with professional liability experience as well as developing attorneys with strong litigation skills, substantive litigation experience, and a demonstrated interest in professional liability law. The role offers an opportunity to join a growing, collaborative firm.

Requirements

Admission to the Washington State Bar is required.
Strong research and writing skills.
At least three years of experience defending professional liability claims involving Directors & Officers, Legal Malpractice, Errors & Omissions accounts, and/or Architects & Engineers is sought.
Candidates with substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in professional liability law, and excellent skills in any litigation arena may also be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in professional liability law.

Responsibilities

Defend professional liability claims involving Directors & Officers, Legal Malpractice, Errors & Omissions accounts, and/or Architects & Engineers.
Represent professionals and organizations in professional liability matters, through direct engagement or retention by their insurance carriers.