Associate Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Effectively and appropriately communicate with team members and external parties.

• Draft, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery in support of ongoing litigation cases.

• Examine litigation case files and pleadings to determine the necessary course of action.

• Advocate for the client’s interests across various litigation environments.

• Use proprietary internal software to accurately update and document the status of each account within the assigned inventory.

• Analyze and process litigation inventory reports and files as directed by the Managing Attorney to ensure compliance with firm and client expectations.

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures set by the client and the firm.

• Willingness to travel to different courtrooms within the branch office's jurisdiction as needed.

• Prepare for and represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, which includes formulating case strategies, drafting documents, conducting discovery, and delivering oral arguments.

• Negotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives to efficiently resolve disputes while safeguarding client interests.

• Assess case merits, evaluate risk exposure, and offer strategic legal advice.

• Maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and court procedures.

• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in Washington.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Highly motivated self-starter.

• Eagerness to learn and grow.

• Ability to manage and prioritize a substantial caseload.

• Capable of communicating effectively with individuals or groups both verbally and in writing.

• Proficient in operating a computer, phone, or similar device.

• Able to maintain a flexible work schedule of at least 40 hours per week.

• Competent in reading and understanding position-specific documents and correspondence.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Compensated time off.

• Paid holidays.

• 401 (K) plan with matching contributions.