Commercial Litigation Attorney

We Are Currently Seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate To Join Our Dynamic Litigation Group. The Ideal Candidate Will Have 4 Or More Years Of Experience In General Commercial Litigation And Meet The Following Basic Requirements:

• Undergraduate and JD degrees from accredited academic institutions
• Current WSBA membership
• Working knowledge or demonstrated interest in commercial and real estate litigation; experience in insolvency or employment a plus.
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Ability to move matters forward strategically and thoughtfully
• Attention to detail
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Interest and ability to learn, quickly
  
  

Requirements

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Ability to work with multiple partners and effectively manage responsibilities for different cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare discovery and respond to requests (admissions, disclosures, interrogatories, depositions, orders, etc.).
• Attend and manage hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
• Effectively communicate with clients and the managing attorney(s) to understand the client's concerns and provide sound legal advice.
• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents impacting the firm's clients.
• Utilize strong written and critical thinking skills that lead to comprehensive and persuasive writing.
• Communicate clearly and logically (both verbally and in writing) with clients, courts, and counsel.
• Work with paralegals and staff to manage documents and ESI in complex litigation.
• Ability to handle complex problems utilizing initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment. Ability to maintain attention to detail and produce high-quality work.
• Ability to thrive in a high-demand, fast-paced environment.
  
  

Secondary Functions:

• Attend Litigation Group and other meetings and firm events, as required.
• Participate in business development activities and initiatives.
• Initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Compensation range: $175,000 - $225,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Medical and Vision insurance
• Voluntary Dental insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account Plan
• Cafeteria Plan
• Life insurance / AD&D
• Long-term Disability
• Whole life with Long-term care rider
• Retirement Plan 401(k)
• Vacation,
• Sick/Safe Leave
• Orca Pass/parking subsidy