Litigation & Real Estate Associate

A law firm seeks a resourceful Attorney with three or more years of experience to join its Vancouver, WA, office through our recruiting services. This position involves managing a mixed caseload of litigation, real estate, and transactional matters. The role offers exposure to drafting court documents, overseeing discovery, negotiating contracts, and guiding matters from inception to resolution in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

Duties

• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other court submissions in civil matters

• Conduct motion practice, including researching legal issues, preparing briefs, and presenting arguments

• Manage discovery processes: prepare and respond to interrogatories, requests for production, and admissions

• Prepare for and take depositions; defend depositions of clients and witnesses

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, purchase agreements, and related transactional documents

• Oversee own caseload from initial client intake through settlement or trial, ensuring timely progress and client communication

• Collaborate with colleagues on strategy, share research findings, and coordinate with outside experts as needed

• Maintain organized matter files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with procedural rules

Requirements

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

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State (required); Oregon licensure (or eligibility) is a plus

• Minimum of three years of experience handling civil litigation, real estate closings, or transactional work

• Strong legal research and writing skills, with demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and draft persuasive documents

• Proven ability to work independently on assigned matters, as well as to collaborate effectively within a small firm team

• Comfort working in a fast-paced setting with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines

• Excellent interpersonal skills for client interaction, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited institution

• Evidence of solid academic performance (e.g., law review membership, moot court, honors) preferred

Certifications

• Admission to the Washington State Bar (required)

• Admission to the Oregon State Bar (preferred but not mandatory)

Skills

• Advanced legal research using Westlaw, Lexis, or equivalent databases

• Effective written communication for drafting court papers, contracts, and client correspondence

• Strong oral advocacy skills for attending hearings, mediations, and depositions

• Detail-oriented approach to reviewing documents and managing evidentiary materials

• Time management and organizational abilities to oversee multiple files and deadlines concurrently

• A collaborative mindset to share insights with colleagues and work jointly on a case strategy