Litigation Attorney

W3Global; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Medical insurance

Paid vacation

Volunteer hours

Job summary

W3Global, a well-established personal injury law firm in Tukwila, WA, is seeking an Associate Attorney to strengthen litigation, negotiation, and trial advocacy skills while receiving support from experienced lawyers and a dedicated staff.

You will manage cases as they move into litigation, handle SGAL matters, and represent clients in hearings and court appearances, with responsibilities tailored to experience and growth.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Client-focused approach with ability to manage deadlines and priorities.
• Willingness to learn and grow in personal injury litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases as they transition into litigation.
• Handle SGAL matters, including reports, filings, and settlement hearings.
• Represent clients in hearings, calendars, status conferences, and court proceedings.
• Oversee minor settlement approvals and ensure court procedures are followed.
• Counsel clients on motor vehicle infractions, negotiate, and appear in court.
• Assist with pre-litigation cases, including liability analysis, records review, and settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients, insurers, defense counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, negotiators, and support staff to move cases forward.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Washington State Bar Association member

Job description

A well-established personal injury law firm in Tukwila, Washington, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to strengthen their litigation, negotiation, courtroom advocacy, and case management skills while receiving support from experienced attorneys and a dedicated legal support team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases as they transition into litigation.
• Handle Settlement Guardian ad Litem (SGAL) matters, including reports, court filings, and settlement approval hearings.
• Represent clients in hearings, motion calendars, status conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Manage minor settlement approvals and ensure compliance with court procedures and documentation requirements.
• Handle motor vehicle infraction matters, including client counseling, negotiations, and court appearances.
• Assist with pre-litigation personal injury cases, including liability analysis, insurance coverage evaluation, medical record review, demand analysis, and settlement negotiations.
• Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, defense counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, negotiators, and support staff to move cases forward efficiently.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Professional, compassionate, and client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage deadlines, competing priorities, and case responsibilities.
• Comfortable appearing in court and handling hearings independently when appropriate.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a willingness to learn and grow.
• Personal injury litigation experience is beneficial; responsibilities will be tailored to the attorney's experience and skill level.

Benefits

• Quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Medical and dental insurance.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid volunteer hours for qualifying employees.