Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

gpac; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance may be available

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Professional development support

Competitive compensation

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney in Seattle, WA. The attorney will handle a range of civil matters, participate in case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation, with regular client interaction.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of civil litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the litigation team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Washington State.
• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong motion practice, research, writing, and oral advocacy.
• Ability to manage litigation matters with increasing independence.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters through various stages of the litigation process.
• Communicate directly with clients and assist in developing practical litigation strategies.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and evidence.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, settlement documents, and legal correspondence.
• Handle written discovery and participate in discovery-related matters.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare for hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings.
• Present oral arguments on motions and other contested matters.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in trials as appropriate.
• Evaluate cases and provide clients with thoughtful advice regarding litigation strategy and potential resolution.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and legal professionals while managing assigned responsibilities independently.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Motions practice

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Seattle, WA | Full-Time | Hybrid

About the Opportunity

A well-established Seattle law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join its litigation practice. This opportunity is designed for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, substantive case involvement, and regular interaction with clients and other members of the litigation team.

The attorney will handle a variety of civil litigation matters and will have the opportunity to take an active role in case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters through various stages of the litigation process


• Communicate directly with clients and assist in developing practical litigation strategies


• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and evidence


• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, settlement documents, and legal correspondence


• Handle written discovery and participate in discovery-related matters


• Take and defend depositions


• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings


• Present oral arguments on motions and other contested matters


• Assist with trial preparation and participate in trials as appropriate


• Evaluate cases and provide clients with thoughtful advice regarding litigation strategy and potential resolution


• Work collaboratively with attorneys and legal professionals while managing assigned responsibilities independently

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school


• Active license to practice law in Washington State


• 3–5 years of civil litigation experience


• Strong motion practice experience


• Demonstrated ability to manage litigation matters with increasing independence


• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills


• Experience handling depositions and discovery


• Courtroom and hearing experience preferred


• Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation based on experience


• Performance-based bonus opportunity


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Retirement plan with employer matching


• Paid vacation


• Professional development support


• Relocation assistance may be available


• Hybrid work environment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers an attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience the opportunity to take on substantive matters, work directly with clients, and continue developing courtroom, motion practice, and case-management experience in a collaborative environment.

The position may be a strong fit for attorneys with backgrounds in employment, business, contract, tort, personal injury, or other civil litigation practices.

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.