Entry-Level Insurance Coverage Attorney

Position: Entry-Level Insurance Coverage Attorney
Location: Washington DC (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: 0 2 years

About the Role:
A well-established law firm is seeking a motivated perceptive entry-level Associate Attorney to join its Washington DC office. The firm specializes in assisting corporate and municipal policyholders with insurance recovery supporting parties responsible for environmental remediation and resolving complex disputes. The role offers early exposure to sophisticated legal scientific and financial analysis working alongside experienced attorneys and a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing client matters related to insurance recovery corporate disputes and environmental remediation.

• Conduct legal research analyze statutes regulations case law and legal precedents relevant to insurance claims and corporate litigation.

• Draft review and respond to correspondence from insurers and opposing parties.

• Participate in client meetings negotiations and mediations under the guidance of senior attorneys.

• Collaborate with attorneys non-attorney staff and clients to ensure coordinated and effective solutions.

• Maintain accurate and organized case files ensuring confidentiality and proper documentation.

• Stay current on legislative and regulatory changes affecting insurance coverage and corporate dispute resolution.

• Track case progress billable hours and substantive developments for reporting to supervising attorneys.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active license to practice law in Washington DC or eligibility for immediate admission.

• 0 2 years of legal experience preferred ideally in insurance corporate litigation environmental law or related fields.

• Strong legal research analytical drafting and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.

• Exceptional attention to detail time management and organizational skills.

• Commitment to client service confidentiality and professional integrity.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms such as LexisNexis.

Why This Role is a Great Opportunity:
This position is ideal for early-career attorneys seeking hands-on exposure to complex insurance and corporate disputes. Candidates will develop their litigation negotiation and client advisory skills in a collaborative and supportive environment with guidance from senior attorneys experienced in high-stakes legal matters.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Hybrid work model balancing in-office and remote work.

• Opportunity to work on high-profile cases for Fortune 500 companies municipalities and small businesses.

• Professional growth and mentorship from senior attorneys.

• Exposure to cross-disciplinary legal work including environmental corporate and insurance matters.