Midlevel Commercial Litigation Associate - Seattle

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

401(k) retirement planning

FSAs (Health Care/Dependent Care)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/transit programs

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a midlevel associate to join its robust Litigation practice in Seattle. The associate will work closely with clients and case teams on complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration and other dispute resolution proceedings.

This role offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and opportunities to contribute to all phases of litigation strategy and case development.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in Washington, or ability to waive in promptly.
• 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing discovery, drafting motions, and handling court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of litigation, including investigation, research, pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial prep.
• Draft and argue substantive motions and assist with appellate briefing.
• Conduct and defend depositions, manage discovery and e‑discovery platforms.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy and provide practical legal advice.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and internal teams.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals as appropriate.
• Contribute to business development, client service initiatives, and firm culture efforts.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

eDiscovery platforms

Job description

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a midlevel associate to join its robust Litigation practice in Seattle. The associate will work closely with clients and case teams on complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration and other dispute resolution proceedings.

This role offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and opportunities to contribute to all phases of litigation strategy and case development.