Senior Family Law Attorney I

A law firm in Lynnwood, WA, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Family Law Attorney I. This position requires a dynamic individual who can generate a portion of their own billable work, engage in firm marketing efforts, and actively contribute to the firm’s growth through participation in community and professional events. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in mediation and trial experience, as well as exceptional legal research and writing skills.

Duties:

• Generate 30% of own billable work.
• Present at one event and one organization leadership event.
• Access coaching and support services for professional development and networking.
• Mediate and litigate family law cases with a successful track record.
• Research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Write memorandums, briefs, letters, and other legal documents.
• Market personal and firm’s services to prospective clients.
• Perform discovery of electronically stored data and hard copies in preparation for litigation.
• Conduct due diligence in all matters.
• Manage a schedule to allow for consultations and case closures, including outside core hours and weekends if necessary.
• Accurately update client and case information with fees, engagement details, trust accounts, invoices, etc.
• Engage in personal and firm brand expansion through blogs, social media, board participation, and organizational involvement.
• Seek positive feedback and star reviews from successful client engagements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills, including empathetic listening.
• Successful record of mediation experience.
• Significant and successful trial experience.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to perform discovery and due diligence.
• Strong marketing skills for personal and firm services.
• Competent in managing schedules for consultations and achieving production/collection objectives.
• Active participation in brand expansion and obtaining client feedback.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission (or eligibility for reciprocal admission) to the Bar in Washington State.

Skills:

• Advanced legal research and writing abilities.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record in mediation and trial success.
• Proficiency in managing client consultations and schedules.
• Strong marketing and business development capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Competence in using legal software and technology for case management.
• High degree of professionalism and ethical standards.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Unlimited PTO for vacation and sick days for attorneys.
• Paid Federal Holidays.