Litigation Career Associate Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Career Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm based in Seattle, WA is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Career Associate Attorney with over 7 years of experience to join its dynamic litigation team. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile cases while managing projects and collaborating with a talented team of professionals.

Duties

• Assist in managing trial calendars and staffing associates within the litigation team.
• Work closely with trial teams to prepare for trials, depositions, and other legal proceedings.
• Draft legal documents such as briefs, motions, and discovery requests.
• Oversee the preparation of client communications, presentations, and business development materials.
• Handle discovery tasks, including e-discovery and witness preparation.
• Manage long-term projects, ensuring alignment with the team’s strategic goals and effective resource allocation.
• Coordinate with practice managers and senior partners to identify and meet staffing needs.
• Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to maximize client impact and efficiency.
• Facilitate smooth integration of new lawyers into the litigation group.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in litigation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex legal matters.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear, concise legal documents.
• Experience with discovery processes and e-discovery tools.
• Excellent project management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with tight deadlines.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar.

Certifications

• State Bar membership (required).

Skills

• Legal research and drafting.
• Trial preparation and discovery management.
• Client communication and presentation creation.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of e-discovery tools and platforms.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing cases and projects.

Job Location

• Seattle, WA

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
• Generous parental leave and paid holidays.
• Mental health and well-being support.
• Pet, child, family, and elder care benefits.
• Robust career development programs, including training, mentorship, and shadowing opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work environment.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world, with their headquarters in San Francisco, CA.