Business Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP, based in Seattle, is seeking a midlevel litigation associate with 3–5 years of experience in complex business litigation. WA state bar admission is required; judicial clerkship is preferred, and at least one year of firm litigation experience is expected.

The role entails representing clients in federal and state court, as well as alternative dispute resolution venues, working closely with a collegial team across national matters.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in complex business litigation.
• WA state bar admission is required.
• Judicial clerkship experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of litigation experience at a law firm.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in federal and state court proceedings and ADR venues.
• Collaborate with experienced practitioners on local and national matters.

Skills

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Clerkship experience

Job description

Job Description

Ashurst Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture where all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.

We are seeking a midlevel litigation associate for the Seattle office with outstanding credentials and three to five years of experience in complex business litigation. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred and at least one year of experience in a litigation position at a firm is required. Successful candidates will have excellent academic credentials, superb written and oral advocacy skills and experience managing large and sophisticated litigation matters. WA state bar admission is required.

The complex litigation practice consists of the representation of a wide range of businesses and individuals in federal and state court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution venues. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial environment and work closely with experienced, collaborative practitioners on a local and national level.

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