Associate Attorney (Commercial Litigation)

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC; Seattle, The Dalles (WA, OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC, a litigation defense firm, seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of commercial litigation experience. Based in Seattle, WA, with potential work in The Dalles, OR, the candidate must be licensed in Washington and Oregon.

The role involves managing litigation files, conducting investigations, preparing witnesses, pleadings, and hearings, with a base pay range of $100,000.00–$160,000.00 per year and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Washington and Oregon.
• 2–5 years of experience in all phases of commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex litigation cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files independently and as part of a team.
• Conduct fact investigations and handle document productions/discovery.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions; take and defend depositions.
• Prepare pleadings, briefs, and motions.
• Review and analyze policies, contracts, and legal documents.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, including oral arguments.
• Prepare for and attend trials, including direct and cross-examination of witnesses.

Skills

Litigation experience

Independent work

Team collaboration

Trial preparation

Job description

jobs Verified: 21 Oct 2026 Seattle, WA / The Dalles, OR

Associate Attorney (Commercial Litigation)

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Seattle, WA / The Dalles, OR

$100,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Licensed in Washington and Oregon; 2–5 years of experience in all phases of commercial litigation; ability to work independently on complex litigation cases.

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Associate Attorney (Commercial Litigation) at Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC

Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC, a litigation defense firm with over 200 employees, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of experience in commercial litigation. The role is based in Seattle, WA, with potential work in The Dalles, OR.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Licensed to practice law in both Washington and Oregon.
• 2–5 years of experience in all phases of commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex litigation cases.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage litigation files independently and as part of a team.
• Conduct fact investigations and handle document productions/discovery.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions; take and defend depositions.
• Prepare pleadings, briefs, and motions.
• Review and analyze policies, contracts, and legal documents.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, including oral arguments.
• Prepare for and attend trials, including direct and cross-examination of witnesses.
• Base Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic and voluntary life insurance; long-term disability insurance; 401(k) matching; paid maternity and paternity leave.