Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel

Confidential Opportunity | Seattle, WA

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly respected, full-service Seattle law firm to identify an experienced Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel for its established litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior attorney seeking sophisticated litigation work, a collegial and collaborative culture, and a potential path toward long-term leadership and partnership.

The firm represents businesses, developers, property owners, and other stakeholders in complex disputes across a variety of industries. The ideal candidate will bring significant courtroom experience, strong client-management skills, and a proven ability to independently manage high-value litigation matters from inception through trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex commercial litigation matters through all phases of litigation, including trial.
• Develop and execute case strategy while serving as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Handle disputes involving commercial contracts, business torts, real estate matters, construction claims, professional liability, and insurance coverage issues.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including written discovery, document review, ESI management, and depositions.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings in both state and federal courts.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and other stakeholders.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and litigation support personnel on complex matters.
• Participate in business development initiatives, client relationship management, and practice growth efforts.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $350,000+ , depending on experience, expertise, and business-generation capabilities.

In addition to a competitive base salary, the firm is open to discussing:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Additional incentive compensation
• Partnership-track considerations
• Customized compensation structures for candidates with portable business

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical and vision insurance
• Voluntary dental coverage
• Health reimbursement account (HRA)
• Flexible cafeteria plan options
• Life and AD& D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental whole life insurance with long-term care rider
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation time
• Sick and safe leave
• Commuter benefits, including ORCA pass or parking subsidy

For confidential consideration, please contact Sam Sheehan at Robert Half Legal.

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Washington State Bar Association.
• Minimum of 10 years of complex commercial litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing sophisticated litigation matters from filing through resolution or trial.
• Excellent written advocacy, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong client service orientation and interpersonal skills.