Managing Attorney

Synectics Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Synectics Inc. seeks a Managing Attorney to lead paralegals, legal assistants, and intake staff in pre-litigation matters, ensuring efficient case handling and exceptional client service.

You will oversee cases from intake to pre-litigation settlement and coordinate with the litigation team for smooth transitions. The role requires a JD from an accredited law school, active Washington State Bar membership, and eligibility to practice in WA.

Qualifications

• Leading a legal team and coordinating paralegals, assistants, and intake staff.
• Strong case analysis, strategy development, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee settlement processes and approve settlement statements.
• Coordinate with litigation team for smooth handoffs to litigation.
• Develop and implement scalable case management workflows and systems.
• Travel as required to support cases and client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Case management

Client communication

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

The Managing Attorney will lead and supervise the paralegals, legal assistants, and intake staff on the pre-litigation side of the firm to ensure efficient case handling and exceptional client service; manage and oversee cases from initial intake through pre-litigation settlement; analyze cases to address liability and coverage issues; review and edit demand packages; communicate with clients regarding legal strategy and negotiations; negotiate settlements

• Oversee the settlement process; approve settlement statements; coordinate with litigation team to ensure a smooth handoff on cases proceeding to litigation; oversee the maintenance, development, and implementation of operational systems, workflows, and case management procedures to support scalable growth; and assist with overall management of the firm.
• Must have at least 2-3 years of experience, ideally in personal injury law, the ability to multitask, strong attention to detail, good time management skills, strong writing skills, and the ability to work well with clients and colleagues.
• Travel requirement: Some travel
• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with active membership in the Washington State Bar, in good standing
• The candidate must be a licensed Washington attorney in good standing.
• Schedule: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday
• Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) match, health, vision, and dental insurance, and paid time off