Litigation Associate

Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Litigation Associate (3-6 years) to join its Seattle office. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters for a diverse client base while gaining hands-on experience in all phases of dispute resolution. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials, exceptional writing skills, and experience managing significant litigation responsibilities in a law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day responsibilities on complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, correspondence, and other litigation-related filings.
• Conduct legal research and analyze substantive and procedural issues to develop case strategies and recommendations.
• Handle all phases of written discovery, including drafting requests, preparing responses, conducting document reviews, and managing document productions.
• Coordinate and oversee e-discovery processes, including collection, review, and production of electronically stored information.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial proceedings.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in witness examinations.
• Draft, argue, and respond to dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit management, witness preparation, trial strategy, and courtroom support.
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams to develop and execute case strategy.
• Communicate effectively with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal counsel.
• Manage case deadlines, litigation budgets, and overall case administration while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Work closely with paralegals, litigation support professionals, and junior attorneys to ensure successful matter management.

The ideal candidate will possess a J.D. from an accredited law school, be admitted to the Washington State Bar, and have 3-6 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably gained at a large law firm. Candidates should have experience handling sophisticated business disputes in both Washington state and federal courts and demonstrate strong academic credentials and a track record of professional success. The successful candidate will have substantial experience drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other complex legal filings. Experience managing all phases of written discovery and e-discovery, taking and defending depositions, and preparing for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings is highly desirable. Judicial clerkship and/or trial experience is a plus. Candidates should possess exceptional legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills, along with the ability to independently manage matters while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Strong organizational, case management, client service, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced practice while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and professionalism.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded litigation practice within a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm. The role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, exposure to sophisticated commercial litigation matters, and the opportunity to work alongside accomplished trial attorneys. The firm is committed to the professional development of its attorneys and provides a collaborative environment with excellent opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $215,000 to $245,000, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and overall fit for the role. In addition to base compensation, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.