Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
A respected law firm with a strong focus on public agency clients is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2–4 years of experience to join its Seattle office. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters, including eminent domain, in a collegial and hybrid work environment. The role is ideal for a motivated attorney with excellent writing, research, and litigation skills who is ready to take on substantial responsibility and grow within a team-oriented legal setting.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Duties:

• Represent public agency clients in a range of litigation matters

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda

• Conduct legal research and provide case strategy recommendations

• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines across active cases

• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex legal matters

• Contribute to case preparation, including depositions, hearings, and trials

• Take ownership of key aspects of cases, including client communication

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of litigation experience

• Strong background in legal writing and research

• Demonstrated experience with drafting litigation documents

• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a team setting

• Interest or experience in eminent domain matters (preferred)

• Commitment to high-quality client service and professional growth

Education:

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

• Excellent academic credentials

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the Washington State Bar (required)

Skills:

• Outstanding legal writing and analytical skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication

• Ability to work collaboratively while managing independent tasks

• High attention to detail and responsiveness

Benefits:

• Eligibility for annual performance-based bonuses, including a bonus equal to 15% of base compensation for meeting billable hour targets

• Annual billable hours expectation: 1,850 hours (includes up to 100 hours of approved pro bono work)

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance employment practices

• Opportunities for professional advancement in a supportive, collaborative environment

This firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients. Its key practice areas include corporate law, employment laws, environment and land use, government relations and regulation, health law, and infrastructure law. The firm has ranked among the top 10 most diverse equity partnerships for law firms in the U.S. in Law360's 2021 Diversity Snapshot The firm's offices are located in Washington, DC, San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles in California and Austin, Texas.