Associate Attorney - General Liability - Insurance Defense; Washington, D.C.

Associate Attorney – General Liability – Insurance Defense (Washington, D.C.)

Chartwell Law is a fast‑growing civil litigation firm built on collaboration, innovation, and integrity. With nearly 300 attorneys in 30+ offices nationwide, we serve our clients by living our values and embracing diversity.

We seek professionals who bring talent, humility, and heart. Here you’ll find community, opportunity, and a voice that matters, along with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, wellness and mentoring programs, and a workplace that celebrates your growth.

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
• Meet an annual billable requirement of 1,950 hours
• Represent clients in court, at arbitrations, and in depositions
• Draft and respond to discovery requests
• Collaborate on expert witness retention
• Prepare for and attend trial
• Some travel may be required

• 3+ years of General Liability experience with an emphasis in transportation/auto
• Familiarity with handling civil cases from beginning to end
• Experience taking and defending depositions (including 30(b)(6) and experts), drafting and arguing substantive motions, attending hearings and trials
• Experience participating in negotiations and mediations
• J.D. degree from an ABA‑approved law school
• Admitted to practice in Washington, D.C. and Maryland (other states a plus)
• Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Solid research abilities and strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic, ability to self‑manage, and work in a team environment
• Prompt response to e‑mail and phone inquiries
• Excellent client skills and telephone manner

• Well‑being & Flexibility – Multiple medical plan options, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, Headspace partnership, hybrid/remote options, flexible scheduling, generous PTO, floating holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Community & Inclusion – Chartwell is Mansfield Certified, supporting transparent advancement, benefits for domestic partners, a robust DEI Committee and Women’s Committee, the Chartwell Cares initiative, volunteer time off, and support for colleagues in need.
• Social & Professional Development – Lifelong learning through training, mentorship, leadership development, summer celebrations, and cross‑location initiatives that foster camaraderie.

Chartwell does not accept unsolicited resumes or other identifying information for potential candidates from recruiters. We will not pay any recruiting fees in the absence of a fee agreement with Chartwell or HR pre‑approval. Any recruiter with a potential candidate must first contact Human Resources to determine if candidates are being accepted.

This is a full‑time position.

Department:
General Liability.