Senior Litigation Attorney

Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel (Confidential)

Salary Range: $225,000-$300,000

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded Pacific Northwest law firm to identify a Senior Commercial Litigation Counsel for its growing litigation practice.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced litigator seeking a leadership role with a collaborative firm that handles sophisticated business disputes, real estate litigation, construction-related matters, professional liability claims, and insurance coverage litigation. The firm is known for its collegial culture, strong client relationships, and commitment to providing attorneys with meaningful responsibility and long-term career growth.

About the Opportunity

The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the litigation team, managing complex matters from inception through resolution while working directly with clients and mentoring junior legal professionals. This role offers substantial autonomy, direct client contact, trial experience, and involvement in business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex commercial litigation matters from case inception through trial and resolution
• Develop and execute litigation strategy while serving as a trusted advisor to clients
• Handle matters involving business disputes, complex contracts, real estate litigation, construction-related claims, professional liability matters, and insurance coverage disputes
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, briefs, and other substantive filings
• Conduct and manage all phases of discovery, including e-discovery and document-intensive matters
• Attend and lead hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings
• Coordinate communications with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and third parties
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals, litigation support professionals, and other team members
• Maintain high-quality work product while managing multiple matters and competing deadlines
• Participate in client development, networking, and practice growth initiatives

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the Washington State Bar Association
• 8+ years of complex litigation experience
• Demonstrated experience independently managing sophisticated cases through trial or resolution
• Strong background in commercial litigation and dispute resolution
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and act as a strategic advisor
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Experience supervising litigation teams and coordinating complex case management efforts
• Business development experience or an interest in building client relationships is highly valued

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to join a respected regional firm that combines sophisticated legal work with a supportive and collegial culture. Attorneys enjoy substantial client interaction, meaningful autonomy, exposure to complex matters, and a platform for continued professional growth. The firm values teamwork, professionalism, and long-term career development while maintaining a practical approach to serving clients.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, client-management capabilities, and overall qualifications.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and CLE support
• Business development resources and marketing support
• Additional firm-sponsored benefits

If you are an accomplished commercial litigator seeking a sophisticated practice, strong leadership opportunities, and a collaborative firm environment, we would welcome a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.