Family Law Associate Attorney

Certus Sales Recruitment; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Certus Sales Recruitment is seeking an experienced Family Law Associate Attorney for a Seattle, WA position to manage a varied caseload from instruction through resolution within a respected boutique firm.

This role offers meaningful courtroom exposure, significant career progression, and the opportunity to own complex family law matters with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Bar admission.
• 2+ years' Washington family law litigation experience.
• Strong courtroom advocacy and litigation skills.
• Excellent legal writing, research and case management abilities.
• Outstanding communication and client relationship skills.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine desire to continue developing your career.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex family law matters from start to finish
• Handling divorce, child custody, relocation and other contested family law disputes
• Developing litigation strategies and preparing pleadings, motions and legal memoranda
• Conducting discovery, including depositions
• Representing clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials
• Building trusted client relationships while collaborating with an experienced legal team

Skills

Courtroom advocacy

Legal writing

Case management

Client relations

Education

Washington State Bar admission

Job description

Family Law Associate Attorney – Seattle, WA – $150k–$190k + Excellent Career Progression

Our client is a respected boutique family law firm in the Seattle area, recognized for delivering exceptional legal representation across a broad range of complex family law matters. They are now looking to appoint an experienced Family Law Associate Attorney to join their collaborative and highly regarded team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a litigation-focused attorney seeking greater case ownership, meaningful courtroom experience, and long-term career progression within a supportive boutique practice.

The Role

You’ll manage a varied caseload from instruction through to resolution, working closely with clients during some of life's most challenging transitions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing complex family law matters from start to finish
• Handling divorce, child custody, relocation and other contested family law disputes
• Developing litigation strategies and preparing pleadings, motions and legal memoranda
• Conducting discovery, including depositions
• Representing clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials
• Building trusted client relationships while collaborating with an experienced legal team

About You

To be considered, you’ll have:

• Active Washington State Bar admission
• 2+ years' Washington family law litigation experience
• Strong courtroom advocacy and litigation skills
• Excellent legal writing, research and case management abilities
• Outstanding communication and client relationship skills
• A collaborative approach and a genuine desire to continue developing your career

The Package

In return, you’ll receive:

• $150,000–$190,000 salary (DOE)
• High-quality, litigation-focused work
• Significant courtroom exposure
• Supportive and collaborative boutique environment
• Clear opportunities for long-term career progression
• A firm culture built on integrity, professionalism and exceptional client service

If you're looking to take the next step in your family law career with a firm that values responsibility, advocacy and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.