Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established civil law firm located in downtown Tacoma is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its team. The firm specializes in real estate, business, construction, trusts, and estate litigation. The ideal candidate will gain substantial experience by handling a variety of cases, including client meetings, discovery, motion drafting, and court representation. The firm offers a mentorship program to foster professional growth and provides opportunities to represent clients through mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Location:

• Tacoma, Washington

Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and client advice letters.
• Advocate for clients both inside and outside the courtroom.
• Handle discovery, including written discovery requests and depositions.
• Represent clients through all stages of litigation, including mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Assist with case strategy by preparing case files, organizing evidence, and collaborating with senior attorneys.
• Maintain organized records of all legal documents and correspondence related to ongoing cases.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of litigation experience.
• Admitted to the Washington State Bar and in good standing with WSBA.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with competing deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both in and out of the courtroom.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage client relationships and communicate effectively.
• Positive attitude and ability to establish rapport with clients, team members, and other attorneys.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Washington State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Experience with discovery and deposition processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong communication and client management skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Paid sick time and paid time off (PTO).
• Vision insurance.
• Free parking.
• Professional development assistance.

This full-service law firm located in Tacoma, Washington, was founded in 1984. Some of its major practice areas include administrative law, appellate practice, business and corporate law, construction law, employment law, environmental law, estate planning, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury and wrongful death. Its team of attorneys has years of experience in these fields of law.