Associate Attorney

ASSOCIATE OR SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY | Plaintiff’s Civil Litigation (Employment & Civil Rights) | Seattle, WA

Make an Impact. Build Your Career.

At The Blankenship Law Firm , we’ve spent more than 30 years fighting for fairness, equality, and accountability in the workplace and beyond. Since our founding in 1994, we’ve earned a reputation for taking on complex employment and civil rights cases that change lives. We’re not a high-volume practice. We’re a cohesive results-driven team that selects cases with purpose, giving every attorney the opportunity to think strategically, advocate passionately, and grow meaningfully.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Impactful Work: Represent individuals who’ve been wronged and help create safer, fairer workplaces.

• Hands-On Experience: You won’t be a background player — you’ll draft, argue, and lead early in your career.

• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with accomplished litigators in a dynamic, supportive, team-oriented environment.

• Real Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned trial attorneys who are invested in your growth and success. What You’ll Do

• Research, draft, and argue substantive motions, complaints, and trial briefs in state and federal courts.

• Take and defend depositions, develop discovery and trial strategies, and prepare witnesses and experts.

• Shape case strategy from day one — including mediation prep and trial presentation.

• Communicate with clients with empathy, professionalism, and candor.

• Manage multiple projects effectively while maintaining the highest standards of advocacy.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience preferred, but we will also consider new law school graduates with exceptional backgrounds such as work experience, judicial clerkships, law review, or strong academic records.

• Skills: Exceptional writing, analytical reasoning, and strategic judgment; deposition or motion practice experience a plus.

• Mindset: Passionate about justice, intellectually curious, and energized by collaboration and growth.

• Licensure: Active Washington Bar license required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary: $110,000 – $180,000, plus performance-based bonuses.

• Medical insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

• CLE, bar dues, and professional development covered.

• Dedicated mentorship and early courtroom experience.

How to Apply:

Send your resume, two writing samples (including one substantive brief), and 2–3 references to View email address on click.appcast.io . Optional: Include up to 200 words describing a litigation moment you’re proud of.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Blankenship Law Firm is committed to an inclusive workplace, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), parental status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment.

No recruiters or agencies.