Senior Associate Attorney, Civil Litigation

True Talent Solutions Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

True Talent Solutions Partners in Seattle seeks an experienced associate to independently manage civil litigation cases from intake through settlement or trial, in an in-person practice across employment law, school law, and general civil matters. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of civil litigation experience, strong writing, deposition and trial skills, and a J.D.

with active Washington State Bar membership. This on-site role offers a competitive base salary and visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of civil litigation experience with motion practice and discovery.
• Strong legal writing and brief-drafting skills.
• Deposition experience—taking and defending.
• First or second chair trial experience preferred or readiness to try cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload from intake through settlement or trial with minimal supervision.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct discovery, take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings and conduct bench and jury trials.
• Meet with clients to develop litigation strategies and negotiate settlements.
• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy in person.

Skills

Civil litigation

Motion practice

Discovery

Deposition

Trial readiness

Client counseling

Education

J.D. from a accredited law school

Job description

About the Role

An established civil litigation law firm is seeking an experienced associate to independently manage cases from intake through settlement or trial. You will work closely with attorneys and paralegals in an in-person practice spanning employment law, school law, and general civil litigation.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload from case initiation through settlement or trial with minimal supervision.

• Draft and argue motions, conduct discovery, and take and defend depositions of parties, experts, and third parties.

• Attend hearings, argue motions, and prepare for and conduct bench and jury trials.

• Meet with clients to develop litigation strategies and negotiate and execute settlements.

• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategy in a daily, in-person setting.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 6 years of civil litigation experience, including motion practice, discovery, and independent caseload management.

• Strong legal writing and experience drafting and arguing motions through summary judgment.

• Deposition experience, including taking and defending depositions.

• Trial experience as first or second chair is preferred, or a demonstrated readiness to try cases.

• Experience in employment law, school law, insurance defense, or general civil litigation is relevant.

• A J.D. from an accredited law school and active Washington State Bar membership in good standing, or the ability to obtain it.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.

Location

This is an on-site role based in Seattle, Washington.