Associate Attorney needed for Yakima office

A law firm in Yakima is seeking an Associate Attorney licensed to practice in Washington. The candidate should have strong communication skills and a desire to represent individuals and families in need. Experience in personal injury law is helpful. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, leave, and insurance, along with mentoring from experienced partners.

Job Details:

• Perform delegated tasks and assignments from partners
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, briefs, motions, memoranda, and other legal documents
• Draft and review written discovery, including e-discovery
• Draft, respond to, and argue motions
• Prepare for, take, and defend depositions
• Prepare for and appear in arbitrations, mediations, and court

Requirements:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Washington
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Desire to represent individuals and families in need
• Experience in personal injury law is helpful

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to practice law in Washington

Skills:

• Legal research and writing
• Drafting legal documents
• Motion practice and courtroom advocacy
• Deposition preparation and defense
• Arbitration and mediation preparation
• Strong communication skills

Benefits Offered:

• Retirement plan funded by the firm (5-10% of annual salary)
• Sick/vacation leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Mentoring from experienced partners