What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Clifftop Law?
Overview:
Clifftop Law PLLC is a team-oriented and fast-paced General law practice seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in various areas of law, primarily focusing on Family and Criminal Defense Law.
Clifftop Law PLLC is a team-oriented and fast-paced General law practice seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in various areas of law, primarily focusing on Family and Criminal Defense Law.
We are looking for a self-starter who has a passion for helping families through the toughest times of their lives.
Job Details:
- Compensation: Salary range $100,000- $130,000 depending on experience.
- Employment Type: Full-Time.
- We are looking for a self-starter who has a passion for helping individuals and families through the toughest times of their lives.
Position Overview:
- This position requires a law degree (J.D.) OR a Foreign law degree LLM, Must be licensed to practice law in Washington State.
- You will actively handle all aspects of a client’s case, including communicating with parties, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing for and attending hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Overall, this position is intended to be a challenging experience for someone looking to be a highly effective attorney.
- Must complete 370 billable hours per year, dependent on availability of case work.
Daily work expectations include:
- Establishing positive and collaborative working relationships with clients, colleagues, and the courts.
- Effectively applying legal solutions to clients’ issues.
- Clearly and empathetically communicating legal options to clients.
- Researching case law, drafting correspondence, and drafting and filing pleadings.
- Effectively representing clients at hearings, depositions, and trials.
- Consulting with and retaining new clients.
- Working with staff to accurately calendar all hearings, filing deadlines, and other key dates.
- Timely communicating with the Managing Attorney and team members to continue developing skill set and taking on more challenging legal issues.
- Ability to multitask on a variety of projects.
- Ability to work both independently & within a team environment.
- Take ownership of assignments and execute them timely.
Benefits:
- All Professional expenses covered by the Firm.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Bonuses.
- Retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday.
- 8 am - 5 pm.
Benefit Conditions:
- 3 month waiting period may apply.
- Only full-time employees are eligible.
Work Remotely: As needed.
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000