Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid- to senior-level Associate Attorney to join its Olympia, Washington office. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated legal work, direct client interaction, and significant responsibility within a collaborative team environment. Candidates with experience in land use, real estate, or related regulatory fields are encouraged to apply, though other practice areas will be considered if skills align with the role's responsibilities.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal, regulatory, and business matters.
• Lead and support complex legal matters, including transactional work and litigation support.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and agreements.
• Conduct due diligence, legal analysis, and risk assessment.
• Represent clients before administrative bodies and in dispute-resolution settings.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal team members.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups.
• Manage multiple matters with increasing independence.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 5-7 years of experience in a law firm or comparable legal setting.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.
• Strong drafting, analytical, research, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Washington State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.

Skills

• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Effective negotiation and advocacy abilities.
• Excellent communication and professional judgment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-quality, sophisticated matters.
• Direct client contact and hands-on responsibility.
• Access to firm-wide resources and regional expertise.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

This law firm exclusively focuses on real estate, land use, and environmental law. Their offices are located in Washington.