Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A legal firm in Washington State is seeking a highly-skilled Permanent Litigation Attorney to manage a diverse caseload, including Tort Litigation and Employment Litigation. The ideal candidate will have a JD, 5+ years of litigation experience, and be an active member of the Washington State Bar. Responsibilities include client representation, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and negotiating settlements. This position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $185,000 and benefits including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Active member of the Washington State Bar.
• Proven experience with Tort Litigation, Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, Regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to clients in writing and verbally.
• Prepare and draft legal documents such as contracts.
• Handle diverse caseload across various legal areas.
• Conduct legal research and analyze legal problems.
• Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.

Skills

Legal research and writing

Analytical and problem-solving

Interpersonal and communication

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Summary

The firm seeks a highly-skilled Permanent Litigation Attorney in Washington State to handle a diverse caseload, including Tort Litigation, Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, Regulatory matters, Discovery, Depositions, Motions, and Trial.

Salary: $110,000 - $185,000 per year

Benefits include Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, and 401(k).

Responsibilities

1. Provide legal representation to clients, presenting facts in writing and verbally to their party, and arguing on their behalf.
2. Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
3. Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals in state and federal courts of appeal.
4. Handle diverse caseload, including Tort Litigation, Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, Regulatory matters, Discovery, Depositions, Motions, and Trial.
5. Conduct legal research and analysis of legal problems.
6. Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
7. Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
8. Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.
9. Supervise legal assistants and junior attorneys.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation.
3. Active member of the Washington State Bar.
4. Proven experience with Tort Litigation, Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, Regulatory matters, Discovery, Depositions, Motions, and Trial.
5. Excellent legal research and writing skills.
6. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
7. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
10. High ethical standards and professional integrity.