Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Seattle, WA | Full-Time | Hybrid About The Opportunity A well-established Seattle law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to join its litigation practice. This opportunity is designed for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, substantive case involvement, and regular interaction with clients and other members of the litigation team. The attorney will handle a variety of civil litigation matters and will have the opportunity to take an active role in case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation. Responsibilities Manage civil litigation matters through various stages of the litigation processCommunicate directly with clients and assist in developing practical litigation strategiesConduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and evidenceDraft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, settlement documents, and legal correspondenceHandle written discovery and participate in discovery-related mattersTake and defend depositionsPrepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and other court proceedingsPresent oral arguments on motions and other contested mattersAssist with trial preparation and participate in trials as appropriateEvaluate cases and provide clients with thoughtful advice regarding litigation strategy and potential resolutionWork collaboratively with attorneys and legal professionals while managing assigned responsibilities independently Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice law in Washington State3-5 years of civil litigation experienceStrong motion practice experienceDemonstrated ability to manage litigation matters with increasing independenceStrong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skillsExperience handling depositions and discoveryCourtroom and hearing experience preferredExcellent client communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance Benefits & Perks Competitive compensation based on experiencePerformance-based bonus opportunityMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement plan with employer matchingPaid vacationProfessional development supportRelocation assistance may be availableHybrid work environment Why Consider This Opportunity? This position offers an attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience the opportunity to take on substantive matters, work directly with clients, and continue developing courtroom, motion practice, and case-management experience in a collaborative environment. The position may be a strong fit for attorneys with backgrounds in employment, business, contract, tort, personal injury, or other civil litigation practices. All inquiries will be handled confidentially. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zach Zink at zach.zink@gogpac.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.