Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 3 to 5 years of experience to join its team in Seattle. The role involves handling complex commercial disputes, including contract and business tort litigation, antitrust, consumer protection, and intellectual property matters.

Duties

• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Manage discovery processes.
• Attend depositions and court appearances.
• Engage directly with clients.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• License to practice in Washington.
• 3 to 5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with court appearances and discovery management.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Exceptional writing and analytical skills.
• Client-focused approach and excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to manage significant individual responsibilities.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• License to practice law in Washington.

Skills

• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Client-focused approach.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter allowance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Pro Bono work.
• Billable credit hours for Associate Training.
• Annual bonus and production increase.

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.