Associate Attorney – Medical Malpractice Defense

Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life insurance

401(k)

ROTH & FSA

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Parking

Professional development

Job summary

Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP (JGKMW) seeks an associate attorney to join our Seattle office. We defend healthcare providers against malpractice claims and respond to licensing investigations, offering mentorship and exposure to all phases of litigation for new lawyers and early-career associates.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience, with a hybrid remote work option in Seattle and a start-up path into trial practice under senior trial attorneys.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Bar License or pending admission (state bar).
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Interest in litigation and trial practice.

Responsibilities

• Research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Review and analyze medical records.
• Meet with clients, witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Assist with depositions and hearings.
• Prepare trial briefs, jury instructions, and other pre-trial documents.
• Support attorneys in all phases of litigation.
• Assist at trial and develop courtroom advocacy skills.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative work

Job description

Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year

Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98104

Job Summary

JGKMW is seeking an associate attorney to join our Seattle office. Our firm focuses on defending healthcare providers against claims of medical malpractice and responding to investigations from state medical and nursing licensing boards. For nearly 50 years, JGKMW has represented healthcare professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and has earned recognition for excellence from state and national organizations that evaluate legal talent. This position is designed for newly licensed attorneys and early-career associates who are interested in developing a litigation and trial practice. We offer hands‑on experience, substantial mentorship, and direct exposure to all phases of litigation while working alongside highly experienced trial attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research – JGKMW provides a premium Westlaw subscription including Westlaw Advantage AI and CoCounsel
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Review and analyze medical records
• Meet with clients, witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Assist with depositions and hearings
• Prepare reports to claims professionals
• Support attorneys in all phases of litigation
• Prepare trial briefs, jury instructions, motions in limine, and other pre‑trial documents
• Assist at trial and develop courtroom advocacy skills
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines

Requirements

• Active Washington State Bar License or pending admission
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Interest in litigation and trial practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Judicial clerkship experience
• Moot court, mock trial, or law review participation
• Experience in healthcare or science‑related fields
• Familiarity with ProLaw

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and short‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) participation with potential matching or profit sharing
• Roth and FSA account access
• Paid sick leave and paid time off
• Wellness program
• ORCA card assistance
• One day of office parking per week
• Costco membership reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Hybrid work flexibility