Description:
Job Description:At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard-working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place.
We are seeking a highly motivated associate to join our Insurance Recovery and Counseling practice group in our dynamic Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and experience counseling and representing policyholders in complex insurance coverage litigation including arbitrations is preferred but not required.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Admission to the state bar and in good standing or ability to become admitted promptly
- Minimum of 3-6 years of experience
- Analyze and interpret complex insurance policies, endorsements, exclusions, and coverage frameworks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines effectively
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- High degree of professionalism, initiative, and attention to detail
Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service.
Please contact Je Myung, Principal Recruiter - Litigation, at Je.Myung@klgates.com with any questions.
Base Compensation $250,000-$360,000/year
The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
