Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate

Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Litigation Associate to join our litigation team and manage a diverse docket of civil and commercial disputes. The successful candidate will support litigation strategy, handle case management from inception through resolution, draft pleadings and motions, oversee discovery, prepare for trial, and communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented litigator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering practical, results-focused legal services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil and commercial disputes, including calendaring deadlines and maintaining case files.
• Develop and implement litigation strategy in coordination with senior attorneys and partners.
• Prepare and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, settlement agreements, and other court documents with clear, persuasive legal writing.
• Conduct and supervise discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition preparation.
• Prepare witness and exhibit lists, trial binders, and assist in trial preparation and courtroom presentation.
• Handle court filings, coordinate with e-filing systems, and ensure compliance with local and federal court rules and civil procedure.
• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, obtain instructions, and manage expectations with professionalism and responsiveness.
• Analyze evidence, synthesize facts and legal issues, and prepare memos and summaries to support litigation positions.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel on discovery disputes, settlements, and procedural matters to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to address complex legal and business issues and support business development activities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and current admission to WSBA.
• 3+ years of litigation experience in a law firm, with experience in commercial disputes preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive court filings.
• Proven ability in trial preparation and experience supporting hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, evidence analysis, and the discovery process.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Effective client communication and case management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines.
• Skilled negotiator with experience in settlement discussions and dispute resolution.
• Proficiency with legal research tools, e-filing systems, and case management software.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and contribute to business development and firm initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (HSA & PPO)
• Family and medical leave
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays (11 days)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sabbaticals (eligibility based on years of service)
• Term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Retirement plan, including 401(k) deferral and generous employer contributions
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program (confidential counseling and referral program for employees and their families)
• Section 125 flexible spending accounts
• Discretionary bonus
• Transportation subsidy
• Paid time off: 20 days (1-4 years of service), 25 days (5-9 years of service), 27 days (10-14 years of service) and 30 days (15+ years of service)
  
   

401k

 

Bonus

 

Relocation

 

Telecommute

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.