Attorney

Law Offices of Michael Clark; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Washington is seeking an attorney to represent their existing client base. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload, prepare legal documents, and provide legal counsel. Candidates should have 1-5 years of law firm experience, effective communication skills, and be members of their local bar association. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Active member of local bar association preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years' law firm experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in arbitration and trial representation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents like motions and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and draft necessary documents.
• Provide legal counsel and develop case strategies.
• Manage paralegal and administrative staff.
• Litigate personal injury cases from filing to trial.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking skills

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

Overview

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

• Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution
• Preside over paralegals, administrative assistants in connection with keeping track of time records, reviewing client billing, setting up client meetings and completing client projects
• Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action
• Handle all aspects of litigating personal injury cases from initial filing through trial/arbitration or settlement

Qualifications

• Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
• Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
• Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association — active member preferred
• Work independently while handling a heavy caseload
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working in a law firm environment
• 2-5 years of experience representing clients in arbitrations and trials
• WSBA Membership required

Compensation

$100,000 per year