Associate Attorney - Litigation

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its Bellevue office in a full-time, hybrid role. This position is ideal for a motivated attorney with 0-3 years of experience who is detail-oriented, organized, and possesses strong ethical values. The role supports multiple attorneys, primarily in real estate and civil litigation matters, including property disputes, construction litigation, land use, and creditor/debtor rights. The firm emphasizes collaboration, collegiality, and a focus on work-life balance, with a 1,500 billable hour requirement.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive support to senior attorneys throughout all phases of case management.
• Conduct in-depth 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 client communication, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, depositions, mediations, and hearings under senior attorney supervision.
• Develop legal strategies and assess conflicts within case matters.
• Negotiate on behalf of clients and work collaboratively with co-counsels.
• Organize and maintain client files and documentation from multiple sources.

Requirements:

• 0-3 years of experience in civil litigation.
• Strong understanding of state and federal civil litigation procedures and deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency in legal research, drafting, and writing.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with NetDocs and Tabs3 is a plus.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, with high ethical standards.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible hybrid work options.
• Supportive leadership that encourages open communication and growth.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Complimentary parking.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, and parental leave.
• Regular social and team-building events throughout the year.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for a recent law graduate or early-career attorney to gain litigation experience and develop their skills within a supportive and collegial environment in Bellevue, WA.

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.