Commercial Litigation Associate

Fox Rothschild; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Rothschild LLP has an opening in Seattle for a litigation associate. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of general commercial litigation experience and a JD licensed to practice in Washington.

The role requires the ability to work independently while contributing to case strategy as part of a dynamic litigation team, with experience drafting briefs, handling e-discovery, and arguing motions in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• JD required and licensed to practice law in WA
• Three to five years of general commercial litigation experience preferred
• Strong writing and research skills and excellent academic record
• Ability to work independently within a litigation team

Responsibilities

• Draft briefs, correspondence, and respond to written discovery
• Manage e-discovery processes
• Draft and argue motions, take and defend depositions
• Practice in Washington state and federal courts

Skills

Large law firm experience

Clerkship experience

Trial experience

Strong research and writing

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Overview

• Preference for large law firm experience, as well as clerkship and/or trial experience.
• The role requires the ability to work independently while contributing to case strategy as part of a dynamic litigation team.
• Required experience includes drafting briefs, correspondence, and responding to written discovery; managing e-discovery; drafting and arguing motions; taking and defending depositions; and practicing in Washington state and federal courts.

Posting details

Practice Area: Litigation

Description:

Fox Rothschild LLP has an opening in the Seattle office for a litigation associate. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of general commercial litigation experience.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate (JD) required. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Washington.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Large law firm experience preferred.
• Clerkship experience and/or trial experience is a plus.
• Superior academic and employment record, and excellent research and writing skills required.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to the case strategy as part of a dynamic litigation team.

Experience

• drafting
• briefs, correspondence, and responding to written discovery
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• Experience managing e-discovery.
• Experience in Washington
• state and federal
• courts.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Strong organizational and case management skills, work ethic, and team-oriented attitude.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position applies to Washington. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position $210,000 - $235,000.

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DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contractor employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, among other factors, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department,

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