Associate Attorney needed for Mercer Island office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm located in Mercer Island, WA, is seeking a dedicated Associate Attorney to manage a diverse portfolio of collection and litigation cases. This role involves handling high-volume caseloads, providing top-tier legal advocacy, and engaging in various aspects of breach of contract and collection litigation. The position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.

Duties:

• Manage breach of contract and collection litigation cases from demand to judgment.
• Attend court hearings, both virtually and in person.
• Draft, prepare, and argue motions, including Motions for Summary Judgment.
• Address escalated and time-sensitive matters effectively.
• Ensure goals and client expectations are consistently met.
• Participate in special projects and undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of California.
• Experience with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research using both legal and non-legal sources.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle high-volume caseloads.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively under pressure.
• Problem-solving aptitude and adaptability to a dynamic work environment.

Job Location:
Mercer Island, WA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including prescription coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible scheduling options (based on role requirements).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time employees.
• Fully equipped remote workstations, including dual monitors for remote employees.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program providing free 24/7 counseling and support.
• Wellness programs and exclusive employee discounts.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for professional and personal growth.

This law firm is a full-service legal and multi-state practice offering its services to clients through many parts of United States. They offer legal services to banks, mortgage institutions, institutional investors, private firms, credit unions, and commercial clients. Their areas of concentration include mortgage default services, residential real estate transactions, national eviction services, commercial real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, homeowner?s association/condo owner?s mitigation process, and other litigation services. The members of this firm effectively deal with the mortgage issues, foreclosures, and eviction proceedings, and are knowledgeable about the chapter 13, 7, & 11 bankruptcy actions and real estate disposition. This firm offers excellent benefits to its members along with a competitive and cutting edge work environment.