Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Tukwila, WA. The role involves supporting the practice through legal research, drafting case documents, managing client files, and contributing to client counseling and case planning. The ideal candidate will have courtroom experience, strong legal writing skills, and the ability to manage cases independently.

Duties

• Resolve cases efficiently by collaborating with senior attorneys and paralegals.
• Draft legal documents for proceedings and contract negotiations.
• Analyze legal conflicts, advise clients, and negotiate on their behalf.
• Attend court hearings and perform legal research.
• Conduct client consultations to establish legal strategies.
• Oversee and mentor legal assistants and manage administrative staff.
• Develop tailored strategies for each case and guide clients in documentation.
• Research complex immigration law issues and propose solutions.
• Handle diverse immigration cases, including asylum and humanitarian matters.
• Prepare for and represent clients in immigration court proceedings.
• Draft, review, and file briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Provide regular case updates to clients with support staff assistance.
• Lead weekly team meetings to coordinate case strategies.
• Manage a high caseload effectively, ensuring quality attention to each case.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Solid communication and problem-solving skills.
• Successful completion of the bar exam.
• Active membership with the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in immigration law as a licensed attorney.
• Proficiency in legal research software, particularly Lexis and Westlaw.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and research skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Admission to practice law in the United States in good standing.
• References verifying expertise and reliability.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S.-based law school.

Certifications

• Active membership with the American Bar Association (ABA).

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research software.
• Excellent communication and research skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage deadlines.
• Strong client service orientation.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.