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Insurance Defense Associate Attorney in Fairfax

Date Posted: 16 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-established Northern Virginia law firm is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate to join its Fairfax office. This is a great opportunity for an early-career attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience and mentorship from seasoned trial attorneys.

What you'll do

  • Defend insured clients in a range of civil and insurance defense matters
  • Draft pleadings, motions, and written discovery
  • Take and defend depositions and attend hearings
  • Communicate with clients and insurance carriers on case strategy and status
  • Support partners in trial preparation

What you bring

  • 1-5 years of litigation experience (newer attorneys with close to a year are welcome to apply)
  • Active Virginia Bar license (required)
  • Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage a caseload with growing independence

Compensation and benefits

Competitive base salary, depending on experience. This is a hybrid position based in Fairfax, Virginia.

Interested? Apply in confidence to learn more. You can also send your resume directly to Amber.Estey@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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