Associate Attorney - Litigation

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join its Bellevue office in a hybrid role. This full-time position supports multiple senior attorneys and requires a candidate who is organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in communication. The ideal attorney will have experience or a keen interest in real estate transactions, property disputes, construction litigation, land use, and creditor/debtor rights. The firm emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to work-life balance, with a billable hour requirement of 1,500 annually.

Duties:

• Assist senior attorneys in all stages of case management and litigation.
• Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, briefs, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Prepare for and attend trials, hearings, and mediations.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and addressing inquiries.
• Represent clients in depositions, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Develop legal strategies and analyze conflicts within case matters.
• Negotiate effectively on behalf of clients and collaborate with co-counsel.
• Organize and manage client files and documentation from various sources.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-7 years of experience in civil litigation, with a focus on real estate and property law.
• Strong understanding of state and federal civil litigation processes and deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal writing, drafting, and research.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail with accuracy in all work performed.
• Experience with NetDocs and Tabs3 is a plus.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, with strong ethical standards.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Hybrid work options for enhanced flexibility.
• Collaborative leadership with an emphasis on growth and open communication.
• Access to continuous learning and professional development resources.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Complimentary parking.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, and parental leave.
• Social and off-site events to promote team bonding and camaraderie.

This role offers a dynamic opportunity for an Associate Attorney seeking to grow within a supportive and collegial environment in Bellevue, WA, with a focus on litigation and real estate law.

Based in Washington, this law firm has over 11 attorneys and was started over fifty years ago. Their expertise is in the areas of real estate, construction, creditor?s rights, estate planning, dispute resolution, finance and banking and general business. The firm likes to keep a set of established lawyers that can pass on what they know while also continually bringing in young lawyers to keep it on the cutting edge.