Litigation Associate Attorney

gpac; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac in Seattle seeks a mid-level Litigation Associate Attorney (3–6 years) to join our growing team. The role begins on-site to facilitate onboarding, with a transition to a flexible hybrid schedule as you integrate into the practice.

You will handle commercial and business litigation, focusing on contract disputes and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has strong writing and research skills, a proven track record in depositions and motions, and is licensed to practice in Washington.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of substantive commercial and business litigation experience.
• Strong background in contract claims and regulatory compliance.
• Active license to practice law in Washington state.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Advise business clients on regulatory compliance issues and breach of contract disputes.
• Represent clients in depositions, court hearings, and mediation sessions.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex dispute resolution strategies.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Litigation Associate Attorney (3-6 Years)

Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid; On-site initially)

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year

About The Firm

We are a premier, locally based Seattle law firm known for our supportive culture, collaborative environment, and dedication to work-life balance. We offer an approachable billable hour target of 1,750 hours per year, giving our attorneys the opportunity to handle high-level legal work while maintaining a sustainable practice.

Position Overview

We are seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate Attorney with 3 to 6 years of experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commercial and business litigation, with a particular focus on contract disputes and regulatory compliance. This role begins on-site to facilitate onboarding and integration into our team, transitioning to a flexible hybrid arrangement over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Advise business clients on regulatory compliance issues and breach of contract disputes.
• Represent clients in depositions, court hearings, and mediation sessions.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex dispute resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of substantive commercial and business litigation experience.
• Strong background handling contract claims and regulatory compliance matters.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Washington
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in-person initially, transitioning to a hybrid schedule.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.