Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

About the Role

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

What You'll Do

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

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

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

• Meet with clients to develop litigation strategies and negotiate settlements.

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

What We're Looking For

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

• Strong legal writing and experience drafting and arguing motions, including through summary judgment.

• Deposition experience and the ability to manage cases with minimal supervision.

• Trial experience as first or second chair is valued; candidates should be prepared to take cases to trial.

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

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

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

On-site in Seattle, Washington.