Senior Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

About the Role

Join a collaborative civil litigation practice as an attorney with the autonomy to manage cases from intake through settlement or trial. You will work closely with paralegals and experienced colleagues while handling a varied caseload across employment law, school law, and general civil litigation.

What You'll Do

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

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

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

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

• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy in an in-person practice.

What We're Looking For

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

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

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

• Experience taking and defending depositions, with trial experience as first or second chair preferred.

• A self-directed approach and readiness to take cases through trial with minimal supervision.

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

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary range: $150,000 to $200,000. Visa sponsorship is available.

Location

On-site in Seattle, Washington. This role requires working in the office daily.