Mergers & Acquisitions Associate - Midlevel

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Seattle, WA is seeking a midlevel commercial litigation associate to handle complex state and federal matters, including arbitration and dispute resolution, with direct client interaction and strategy development.

The position requires a JD, Washington bar admission or eligibility to waive, and 2–4 years of litigation experience, along with strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to Washington State Bar or eligible to waive in promptly.
• 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm, clerkship, or comparable legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and assist with appellate briefing.
• Conduct and defend depositions and manage e-discovery processes.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate – Midlevel

Organising Institution / Firm

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Rolling Basis (Official)

Seattle, WA

$225,000 – $330,000 annually

JD from an accredited law school; Admission to practice in Washington (or ability to waive in promptly); 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience.

Law Firm Job

Overview

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a midlevel associate to join its commercial litigation practice in Seattle, WA. The role involves handling complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, including arbitration and dispute resolution proceedings, with significant opportunities for direct client interaction and strategy development.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar or eligibility to waive in promptly.
• 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm, clerkship, or comparable legal environment.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage all stages of litigation, including fact investigation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and assist with appellate briefing.
• Conduct and defend depositions and manage e-discovery processes.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals.

Stipend & Compensation

Annual Salary: $225,000 – $330,000 (adjusted based on experience and qualifications). The position also includes a comprehensive benefits package and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.