Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

About the Role

Join an in-person civil litigation practice handling employment law, school law, and general civil matters. You will independently manage cases from intake through settlement or trial, with support from paralegals and experienced colleagues.

What You'll Do

• Manage civil litigation cases from initiation through settlement or trial.

• Draft motions, conduct discovery, and take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and third parties.

• Attend hearings, argue motions, and conduct bench and jury trials.

• Meet with clients to develop litigation strategies and negotiate settlement agreements.

• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy while maintaining ownership of your caseload.

What We're Looking For

• At least 6 years of civil litigation experience, including substantial motion practice and discovery.

• Experience independently managing cases through the litigation process, ideally including trial.

• Strong legal writing, deposition experience, and the ability to draft and argue motions through summary judgment.

• Trial experience as first or second chair, or clear readiness to try cases.

• Experience in employment law, school law, insurance defense, or general civil litigation.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Washington State Bar membership in good standing, or ability to obtain it.

• Self-directed approach and a stable employment history, with clear explanations for any short tenures.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.

Location

On-site in Seattle, Washington.