Senior Litigation Attorney I

Job Title: Senior Litigation Attorney I
Location: Richland, WA
Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview:
A law firm in Richland, WA, is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Attorney I with a proven track record in mediation and trial proceedings. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional legal research and writing skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a successful record of mediation experience and significant trial experience.
• Research and analyze the law on complex legal issues.
• Write memorandums, briefs, letters, and other legal documents.
• Market personal and firm services to prospective clients.
• Perform discovery of electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.
• Conduct due diligence in all matters.
• Manage a schedule to allow for consults and closure of consults to reach production/collection objectives.
• Close consults within the firm’s 30-50% range, depending on the practice area.
• Timely approval of invoices on a monthly cycle is critical to the business's health.
• Ensure support staff are fully utilized and productive.
• Accurately update CC with fees, engagement, trust, client information, invoices, etc., as required.
• Share work tasks with other attorneys and support staff if over-subscribed.
• Actively expand the brand through blogs, social media posts, board and organization participation, etc.
• Seek positive feedback from successful client engagements and secure positive star reviews.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent legal research skills.
• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
• Admission (or eligibility for reciprocal admission) to the WA Bar.
• 5+ years of experience as an attorney.

Benefits Offered:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid time off: Unlimited PTO/FTO for Vacation/Sick days; Paid Federal Holidays.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off: Up to 16 hours annually.
• Other Compensation: Opportunity to cross-train and grow within the organization; Equal Pay.