Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation

I am working with a prominent Seattle Law firm seeking a driven Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join a highly respected civil litigation practice in Tacoma. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who is serious about developing into a trial lawyer and wants immediate, hands-on involvement in all phases of litigation.

Unlike many larger firms where trial opportunities can be years away, you'll be entrusted with meaningful responsibility from the outset, including client interaction, discovery, depositions, motion practice, courtroom appearances, and trial preparation.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and support a diverse civil litigation caseload
• Conduct discovery and take/defend depositions
• Draft and argue motions
• Work directly with clients, experts, and witnesses
• Participate in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings
• Collaborate closely with experienced trial attorneys
• Develop litigation and case strategy from inception through resolution

Practice Areas:

• Medical malpractice defense
• Healthcare litigation
• General liability defense
• Personal injury and wrongful death defense
• Employment litigation
• Commercial litigation

What We're Looking For:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Washington State Bar membership in good standing
• 3+ years of civil litigation and/or insurance defense experience
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, evidence, and litigation strategy
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience handling discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Collaborative team player with exceptional client service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Lexis, and virtual collaboration tools

Why This Opportunity?

• Significant courtroom and trial exposure
• Direct mentorship from accomplished trial attorneys
• Sophisticated and high-profile litigation matters
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Clear path for professional growth and advancement
• Opportunity to build real trial experience rather than remain in a support role

Benefits

• Salary + Potential for Bonus
• Health and dental benefits
• Parking or commuter benefits
• Paid time off, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• After one year of employment, employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan with a firm contribution of 7% of salary.
• A hybrid work environment allowing for flexibility in remote and in-office work arrangements, based on needs of the firm.

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.