Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

Join a collaborative civil litigation team handling employment law, school law, and general civil matters. You will independently manage cases from initiation through settlement or trial, with support from paralegals and experienced colleagues.

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

• Draft and argue motions, conduct discovery, and take and defend depositions.

• Attend hearings, develop case strategies with clients, and negotiate settlements.

• Prepare for and conduct bench and jury trials.

• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy in an in-office setting.

On-site in Seattle, Washington. This role works from the office daily.

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

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

• Experience independently managing cases, taking and defending depositions, and drafting persuasive legal briefs.

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

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

• A self-directed approach, sound professional judgment, and a stable employment history or clear explanations for shorter tenures.

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