Senior Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a true mid to senior level litigation seat where you can own cases from day one and make real courtroom impact
• Work in a tight, supportive team with partner access, mentorship, and the autonomy experienced litigators want
• Handle meaningful civil and employment matters that protect people’s livelihoods and businesses across Washington
• Strong benefits package plus a generous bonus plan
• Downtown Seattle office, collegial culture, and yes, donut Friday

Location

On site in downtown Seattle, WA, in a collaborative office environment (this is not a remote role).

Note:

You must have 6+ years of civil litigation experience and be able to run matters end to end (notice of appearance through trial). Strong motion practice is essential. Trial experience and employment law experience are major pluses.

About Our Client

Our client is a Seattle based civil litigation firm focused on advocating for Washington residents and professionals in civil, administrative, and employment law matters. They are known for practical strategy, compassionate client service, and strong advocacy aimed at protecting clients’ rights, livelihoods, and long term economic security.

Job Description

• Manage a civil litigation caseload from notice of appearance through resolution, including trial when needed
• Develop litigation strategy, case themes, and practical settlement posture in partnership with firm leadership
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other substantive filings
• Drive discovery, including written discovery, depositions (parties, experts, third parties), and evidence review
• Prepare clients and witnesses, and present at hearings, mediations, and trials
• Negotiate and document settlements and help clients execute settlement terms
• Communicate clearly with clients and maintain organized, deadline driven case management

Qualifications

• 6+ years of civil litigation experience
• Proven motion practice experience (drafting and arguing)
• Able to handle matters through trial, or very close to it, with partner oversight
• Strong writing, organization, and client communication skills
• Admission in Washington State, or ability to become licensed promptly
• Trial experience is a big plus
• Employment law experience is a big plus

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You will get meaningful responsibility and courtroom exposure, not back seat work
• Supportive small firm culture with direct access to decision makers
• Benefits include 3 weeks paid vacation, health insurance, and a retirement plan
• Generous bonus plan tied to performance
• A team that works hard, stays professional, and actually enjoys each other (donut Friday included)

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