Washington State - Commercial Litigation Staff Attorney

Reed Smith LLP; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits program

Tuition assistance

Generous 401(k) plan

Job summary

Reed Smith LLP seeks an experienced litigation attorney with robust practice in Washington state courts to support a busy commercial litigation portfolio. The role requires handling varied matters, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with local and out-of-state counsel.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of WA litigation experience, strong knowledge of local procedures, and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Washington in good standing.
• At least five years of litigation experience in Washington state and federal courts.
• Strong knowledge of Washington civil procedure and local court rules.
• Demonstrated experience with case management, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy.
• Preference for experience defending commercial litigation involving consumer disputes or premises liability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and defend a variety of litigation matters in WA and federal courts; develop litigation strategies.
• Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, discovery, settlements, and other documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide business-focused legal analysis.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and stakeholders; assist pro hac vice appearances when needed.
• Monitor deadlines, court rules, and case developments to drive timely resolutions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Courtroom advocacy

Case management

Washington practice knowledge

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

E-filing systems

Job description

Role Description

Reed Smith is seeking an experienced litigation attorney with strong experience practicing in Washington state courts to support a busy commercial litigation portfolio.

Responsibilities

The attorney will assist with the management and defense of a variety of litigation matters, including individual consumer-related actions, personal injury and premises liability matters, and other commercial disputes. The attorney will work closely with Reed Smith attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, and other stakeholders to develop litigation strategies and efficiently resolve matters.

The attorney will support active litigation matters in Washington state and federal courts, with particular emphasis on knowledge of local court practices, rules, and customs. Responsibilities will include drafting, reviewing, and revising pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement materials, and other litigation-related documents; conducting legal research and providing practical, business-oriented legal analysis; and handling local court proceedings, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations, as needed. The attorney will also manage state and federal court filings, including electronic filing and service, and assist with or sponsor out-of-state attorneys seeking pro hac vice admission and related appearances.

Additional responsibilities will include coordinating with outside counsel and other stakeholders to develop litigation strategy, assess risk, and drive matters toward efficient resolution; supporting case investigation, witness preparation, document collection, discovery responses, and overall case management; and monitoring deadlines, court rules, and case developments to ensure matters are handled effectively and efficiently.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must be actively licensed to practice law in Washington and in good standing, with at least five years of litigation experience in Washington state and federal courts. Candidates should have strong knowledge of Washington civil procedure, local court rules, and federal court practice, as well as demonstrated experience with case management, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy. The ideal candidate will possess excellent judgment, strong written and oral communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Preference will be given to candidates with experience defending commercial litigation matters involving consumer disputes and/or premises liability and personal injury matters.

Compensation and Benefits

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment and a total compensation package that includes:

• competitive salary
• flexible benefits program
• tuition assistance
• generous 401(k) plan

$120,000- $180,000. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Equal Opportunity

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact.

Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.

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