Washington State - Commercial Litigaton Staff Attorney

About the role

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

• Drafting, reviewing, and revising pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement materials, and other litigation-related documents
• Conducting legal research and providing practical, business-oriented legal analysis
• Handling local court proceedings, including depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations, as needed
• Managing state and federal court filings, including electronic filing and service
• Assisting with or sponsoring out-of-state attorneys seeking pro hac vice admission and related appearances
• 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
• Monitoring deadlines, court rules, and case developments to ensure matters are handled effectively and efficiently

Requirements

• Actively licensed to practice law in Washington and in good standing
• At least five years of litigation experience in Washington state and federal courts
• Strong knowledge of Washington civil procedure, local court rules, and federal court practice
• Demonstrated experience with case management, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy
• Excellent judgment, strong written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Preference given to candidates with experience defending commercial litigation matters involving consumer disputes and/or premises liability and personal injury matters

Pay

$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.