Seattle Commercial Litigation Associate — Growth & Impact

NACBA; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Vision insurance

Voluntary Dental insurance

HSA or similar plan

Retirement plan 401(k)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Parking subsidy

Job summary

Cairncross & Hempelmann in Seattle seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience in general commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will hold an undergraduate degree and a JD, be a current WSBA member, and be proficient in litigation strategy, writing, and advocacy.

The role involves drafting pleadings, managing discovery, attending hearings, and collaborating with partners and staff to deliver sound legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate and JD degrees from accredited institutions.
• Current WSBA membership.
• Experience in commercial and real estate litigation; insolvency or employment experience a plus.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Ability to move matters forward strategically and thoughtfully.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Interest and ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work with multiple partners and manage responsibilities for different cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare discovery and respond to requests (admissions, disclosures, interrogatories, depositions, orders, etc.).
• Attend and manage hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
• Communicate with clients and managing attorneys to understand concerns and provide sound advice.
• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and research case law, statutes, regulations, and documents.
• Utilize strong written and critical thinking to produce persuasive writing.
• Communicate clearly with clients, courts, and counsel.
• Coordinate with paralegals and staff to manage documents and ESI in complex litigation.
• Handle complex problems with initiative, creativity and professional judgment.

Skills

Time management

Legal research

Written advocacy

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Oral advocacy

Education

Undergraduate degree

J.D. degree

Current WSBA membership

Job description

Cairncross & Hempelmann in Seattle seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience in general commercial litigation. The ideal candidate will hold an undergraduate degree and a JD, be a current WSBA member, and be proficient in litigation strategy, writing, and advocacy.

The role involves drafting pleadings, managing discovery, attending hearings, and collaborating with partners and staff to deliver sound legal solutions.