Midlevel Maritime Litigation Associate

LeGros Buchanan & Paul P.S.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development, includingSem

Merit-based and discretionary annual-b

Job summary

Le Gros, Buchanan & Paul P.S. seeks a mid-level associate (3–5 years) with insurance defense experience preferred to join our maritime-focused litigation team in Seattle. You will manage cases through discovery and motions, draft pleadings and briefs, and work closely with senior attorneys and clients in federal and state courts across the Northwest.

Washington State bar admission required. We value initiative, collaboration, and an adventurous spirit as we handle complex maritime disputes from

Qualifications

• Strong writing and research skills required.
• Experience with discovery and motion practice.
• Ability to manage cases independently under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases through discovery and motion practice.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs for federal and state court proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients across the Northwest.

Skills

Strong writing

Legal research

Case management

Team player

Job description

Le Gros, Buchanan & Paul is a niche maritime focused litigation practice, serving clients in the federal and state courts in Washington, Alaska, and Oregon, with a history dating back to 1890. This is not your typical litigation practice. Our maritime work often takes us out of the office, to ports and vessels in interesting and remote places. We are seeking a mid-level 3-5-year associate (insurance defense experience is preferable), who is a strong writer and researcher, a pro-active self-starter, a team player, and comfortable independently managing cases through discovery and motion practice. We encourage independence and collaboration, and you will work closely with supervision and mentorship provided by senior attorneys.Washington State bar admission is required, a sense of adventure is helpful, and we reward a demonstrated commitment to your future with the firm.

Salary range anticipated: $130,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits we offer:

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development, including seminars, training, and travel
• Merit-based and discretionary annual bonuses