Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join a collaborative legal team handling employment law, school law, and general civil litigation matters. You will manage cases from initiation through settlement or trial, with autonomy over your caseload and support from paralegals and experienced colleagues.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage civil litigation cases from intake through resolution, including settlement or trial.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct discovery, and take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and third parties.
• Attend hearings, argue motions, and participate in bench and jury trials.
• Meet with clients to develop litigation strategies and negotiate settlement agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy in an in-person setting.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 6 years of civil litigation experience, including motion practice, discovery, and independent caseload management.
• Strong legal writing and the ability to handle cases with minimal supervision, from intake through trial.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, and drafting and arguing motions through summary judgment.
• Trial experience as first or second chair is preferred, along with readiness to try cases.
• Background in employment law, school law, insurance defense, or general civil litigation.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Washington State Bar membership in good standing, or ability to obtain membership.
• Consistent employment history, or clear explanations for shorter tenures.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Base salary: $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.

LOCATION

On-site daily in Seattle, Washington.