Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a litigation associate to join its Commercial Litigation team in Seattle. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 8 years of general commercial litigation experience, supporting a diverse range of matters, including real estate, banking, insurance, and construction disputes.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Duties:

• Assist with all aspects of litigation, including initial case evaluations and budgeting.
• Manage communications with clients, opposing parties, and affiliated parties.
• Develop case strategies and manage case schedules.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including e-discovery and depositions.
• Manage motion practice throughout various stages of proceedings.
• Conduct hearings in federal and state courts and at arbitration.
• Facilitate settlement conferences and mediations, including strategy preparation for position statements.
• Prepare for and handle arbitrations and trials or aspects thereof.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice in Washington or eligible for reciprocity.
• 4 to 8 years of general commercial litigation experience.
• Prior federal clerkship experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage cases with minimal oversight.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Capacity to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• License to practice in Washington (or eligibility for reciprocity).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Experience in construction litigation is a plus.
• Licensure in Oregon and/or California is ideal, but not required.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Flexible PTO.
  • Employee Assistance and Well-being Programs.
• Potential for annual incentive and/or merit bonuses.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.

A long-established full-service law firm, its undisputed reputation is built on excellence, professionalism and renown among prestigious global corporations and the legal community. We like the people in this firm and must admit that the firm does an excellent job of developing strong relationships with the recruiters who help it find candidates. Associates practicing at this firm almost universally seem to believe that it is a good place to work. The firm has a solid history and does an excellent job of holding onto its clients.