Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

NACBA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

CLE and bar dues coverage

Professional development

Job summary

The Blankenship Law Firm in Seattle, WA seeks a civil litigation attorney with 2+ years experience to draft, argue, and manage motions and discovery in state and federal courts. You will take depositions, shape trial strategy, and communicate with clients professionally while growing your courtroom skills.

We prize mentorship, collaboration, and meaningful cases that drive justice. Washington bar licensure is required, with opportunities for growth and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years civil litigation experience preferred.
• New law school graduates with exceptional backgrounds may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Research, draft, and argue motions, complaints, and trial briefs in state and federal courts.
• Take and defend depositions; develop discovery and trial strategies; prepare witnesses and experts.
• Shape case strategy from day one, including mediation prep and trial presentation.
• Communicate with clients with empathy and candor.

Skills

Excellent writing

Analytical reasoning

Strategic judgment

Deposition/motion practice

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Make an Impact. Build Your Career.

AtThe Blankenship Law Firm, we’ve spent more than 30 years fighting for fairness, equality,
and accountability in the workplace and beyond. Since our founding in 1994, we’ve earned a
reputation for taking on complex employment and civil rights cases that change lives.
We’re not a high-volume practice. We’re a cohesive results-driven team that selects cases with
purpose, giving every attorney the opportunity to think strategically, advocate passionately, and
grow meaningfully.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impactful Work: Represent individuals who’ve been wronged and help create safer,
  fairer workplaces.
• Hands-On Experience: You won’t be a background player — you’ll draft, argue, and
  lead early in your career.
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with accomplished litigators in a dynamic,
  supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Real Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned trial attorneys who are invested in your
  growth and success.

What You’ll Do

• Research, draft, and argue substantive motions, complaints, and trial briefs in state and
  federal courts.
• Take and defend depositions, develop discovery and trial strategies, and prepare
  witnesses and experts.
• Shape case strategy from day one — including mediation prep and trial presentation.
  Communicate with clients with empathy, professionalism, and candor.
• Manage multiple projects effectively while maintaining the highest standards of
  advocacy.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $110,000 – $180,000, plus performance-based bonuses.
• Medical insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• CLE, bar dues, and professional development covered.
• Dedicated mentorship and early courtroom experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience preferred, but we will also consider new law school graduates with exceptional backgrounds such as work experience, judicial clerkships, law review, or strong academic records.
• Skills: Exceptional writing, analytical reasoning, and strategic judgment; deposition or motion practice experience a plus.
• Mindset: Passionate about justice, intellectually curious, and energized by collaboration and growth.
• Licensure: Active Washington Bar license required.

For more information about our firm, please visit our website:
www.blankenshiplawfirm.com