Associate Attorney (Medical Malpractice)

Scion Staffing, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Annual bonus

Paid holidays

Job summary

Scion Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Litigation Associate in Tacoma, WA, focused on medical malpractice and civil defense. The role offers hybrid in-office and remote flexibility, with mentorship and exposure to sophisticated matters and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has ~3+ years of litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, and a willingness to develop within healthcare litigation. Prior medical malpractice is welcomed but not required.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in Washington.
• Approximately three years of litigation experience preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Medical malpractice defense experience is not required but beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Managing discovery and developing case strategy.
• Drafting motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Working with medical and other expert witnesses.
• Attending hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Preparing matters for trial.
• Communicating directly with clients.
• Working closely with experienced attorneys on complex cases.

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition skills

Drafting briefs

Client communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

Litigation Associate – Medical Malpractice & Civil Defense Tacoma, Washington | Hybrid

A well-established Pacific Northwest litigation firm is expanding its Tacoma office and seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who want to develop into strong litigators through meaningful case responsibility, hands‑on mentorship, sophisticated matters, and direct experience with seasoned trial attorneys —without sacrificing long‑term quality of life. The firm’s practice is primarily focused on medical malpractice and healthcare defense, with attorneys also handling a broader range of civil litigation matters. Prior medical malpractice experience is welcomed but not required. Strong general litigation experience and an interest in developing within healthcare litigation are highly valued. The Opportunity Associates will gain substantive involvement throughout the litigation lifecycle rather than being limited to narrow assignments. Depending on experience, responsibilities may include:

• Managing discovery and developing case strategy
• Drafting motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings
• Taking and defending depositions
• Working with medical and other expert witnesses
• Attending hearings, mediations, and other proceedings
• Preparing matters for trial
• Communicating directly with clients
• Working closely with experienced attorneys on complex, high‑stakes cases

The firm is particularly interested in attorneys with approximately 3+ years of litigation experience, although candidates at different experience levels may be considered. Medical malpractice, healthcare, professional liability, insurance defense, or other sophisticated civil litigation experience would translate particularly well.

Why Consider This Firm?

This is a platform for attorneys who want to become better litigators and build a long‑term practice. The firm places a meaningful emphasis on mentorship and attorney development and offers a collaborative environment where associates can progressively take on greater responsibility. The firm also offers hybrid remote/in‑office flexibility in its Tacoma office, providing the benefits of in‑person mentorship and collaboration while maintaining flexibility.

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, with flexibility for candidates bringing exceptional litigation experience or specialized skills. Base salary starting at 130k and upwards. Annual bonus eligibility provides additional earning potential.

Benefits

• 401k, multiple bonuses, generous PTO and paid holidays, and more

Ideal Background

Candidates should be admitted to practice in Washington and bring strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Approximately three years of litigation experience is preferred. Prior medical malpractice defense experience is not required. Attorneys coming from other litigation practices who have strong transferable skills and a genuine interest in healthcare and medical malpractice litigation are encouraged to apply.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction‑based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non‑biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.