Partner - General Liability - Insurance Defense at Chartwell Law

Vancouver, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Insurance Defense Litigation, Case Management, Client Relations, Mentoring, General Liability, Personal Injury, Property Damage, Commercial Disputes, Pleadings, Discovery, Motion Practice, Depositions, Hearings, Mediations, Trials, Coverage Advice

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Chartwell is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Portland/Vancouver based insurance defense practice as a Partner. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigator to step into a senior role with no requirement of bringing an existing book of business. The ideal attorney will have experience in insurance defense litigation and be ready to take on a leadership role in case management, client relations, and mentoring associate attorneys and staff. The defense group practices throughout Oregon and Washington. Chartwell is known for its supportive culture, flexible remote or hybrid options, and emphasis on long-term relationships. Primary Job Duties: Defend insureds in a wide variety of litigation matters, including general liability, personal injury, property damage, and commercial disputes. Manage all parts of litigated cases, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials. Drafting briefs, memos, and pleadings. Represent clients in court, depositions, mediations/arbitrations, and trial. Collaborate closely with Chartwell’s existing clients to deliver timely coverage advice. Maintain a high level of ownership and independence in case assignments. Key Competencies: Provide strategic case analysis, risk assessment, and guidance directly to clients. Handle complex insurance defense cases from inception through trial or settlement. Manage client relationships and communicate effectively with insurance company representatives. Supervise and mentor associate attorneys and support staff. Contribute to Chartwell’s business development efforts. Participate in office decision-making processes. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements A Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school. Active license to practice law in Oregon and/or Washington. 7+ years of experience. Trial experience a plus but not required. Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills. Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks at the same time.

Responsibilities

The attorney will defend insureds in various litigation matters, including general liability and commercial disputes, managing all aspects of cases from pleadings through trial or settlement. Key duties involve drafting legal documents, representing clients in court proceedings, and collaborating with clients to provide timely coverage advice.