Litigation Associate

About the Role

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of complex litigation experience to join its Seattle office. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to develop a sophisticated practice within a highly regarded litigation group. The successful candidate will work on complex commercial and business disputes while gaining meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and strong mentorship from experienced litigators.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex litigation matters
• Conduct legal research and draft:
  • Motions
  • Briefs
  • Pleadings
  • Memoranda
  • Discovery-related documents
• Assist with case strategy and litigation planning
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Manage discovery and case development efforts
• Work closely with partners, clients, experts, and other team members on sophisticated disputes
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive and practical legal counsel
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 2-4 years of litigation experience
• Experience handling complex litigation matters
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Outstanding academic credentials
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Active membership in the Washington Bar, or willingness to obtain admission

Preferred Qualifications

• Judicial clerkship experience
• Experience with sophisticated commercial, business, or complex civil litigation matters
• Strong brief writing and motion practice experience

Why This Opportunity

Our client's litigation team offers attorneys the opportunity to work on high-level disputes while benefiting from:

• Significant responsibility early in practice
• Direct mentorship from experienced litigators
• Exposure to complex and high-profile litigation matters
• A collegial and collaborative team environment
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Meaningful client interaction and case ownership

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $235,000 - $310,000 annually. Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Comprehensive benefits package available, including health, retirement, paid time off, and professional development programs.

Location

Seattle, Washington