Litigation Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot seeks a seasoned Litigation Attorney in Seattle, WA, to handle a diverse caseload across Tort, Employment, Civil Rights, and more. This on-site, permanent role requires strong research and writing, trial readiness, and deep knowledge of Washington law.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Washington, with at least 5 years of experience and a JD from an accredited school, and will contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality legal service.

Qualifications

• Active member of the Washington State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and argue on behalf of clients.
• Draft legal documents such as wills, contracts, and briefs.
• Prepare briefs and file appeals in state and federal courts of appeal.
• Handle diverse caseload including Tort and Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, regulatory matters, discovery, depositions, motions and trial.
• Conduct legal research and analyze issues.
• Interpret laws and regulations for clients and businesses.
• Present evidence in civil or criminal litigation.
• Negotiate settlements of disputes.
• Supervise junior staff and paralegals.

Skills

Active WA Bar

5+ years litigation

Legal research & writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Litigation Attorney

$110000 - $185000 per year | Seattle, WA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our firm is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Permanent Litigation Attorney who is ready to take their career to the next level. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and confident professional with a passion for law and a deep understanding of the legal landscape. The attorney will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload, including Tort Litigation, Employment Litigation, School Law, Civil Rights, Regulatory matters, Discovery, Depositions, Motions, and Trial. The candidate must be an active member of the Washington State Bar and possess excellent legal research and writing skills.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401K

Job Details

Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

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

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team, where you will have the chance to make a real difference. If you are a seasoned Litigation Attorney who is passionate about providing high-quality legal services,

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