Attorney

Company and Role Description:

Collier Walsh Nakazawa LLP is currently seeking to expand our team of maritime professionals. As a boutique firm with offices in Long Beach and Seattle, CWN has built a strong reputation for providing strategic counsel and advocacy to a distinguished roster of maritime clients, including ship owners, P&I clubs, port operators, shipyards, and terminal interests.

Our firm is grounded in more than 150 years of collective experience among our founding partners and offers a collegial, supportive environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their practice and contribute to sophisticated, high-stakes litigation, regulatory and transactional matters across the maritime sector.

We are currently inviting applications from attorneys with three (3) or more years of legal experience, preferably with a focus in maritime, environmental, or energy law, though we also welcome candidates with a solid background in general civil litigation who have a strong interest in maritime practice.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Oversee and advance a varied docket of litigation or transactional matters

·        Perform in-depth legal research and prepare high-quality legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, and related filings

·        Work directly with clients to prepare them for depositions, hearings, and trial appearances

·        Coordinate closely with partners, fellow associates, and support staff to drive cases forward

·        Handle sophisticated and complex maritime litigation and transactions from inception through resolution

·        Utilize legal research platforms and case management systems efficiently

·        Assist with on-site accident and incident investigations, including vessel and shipboard inspections

Required Qualifications:

·        Active membership in the California or Washington State Bar

·        At least three years of legal practice experience, with a preference for candidates with litigation backgrounds

·        Proven capacity to work autonomously while juggling competing deadlines

·        Collaborative mindset and professional, positive approach to teamwork

·        Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective legal strategies

·        Strong written advocacy and verbal communication skills

Salary:

$140,000 BOE

Benefits:

·        401(k) matching

·        Dental insurance

·        Flexible spending account

·        Health insurance

·        Health savings account

·        Parental leave

·        Vision insurance

At CWN, we take pride in our close-knit team culture, dedication to client success, and a work environment that values integrity, accountability, and innovation. We believe in developing long-term relationships with our clients and colleagues alike, and we support our attorneys with the tools and mentorship necessary for professional growth.

If you are ready to join a firm where your contributions truly matter, we’d love to hear from you!

• Please Note: We are committed to equal employment opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or disability.