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Commercial Litigation Associate – Midlevel
A prominent law firm with a nationally recognized litigation practice is seeking a midlevel commercial litigation associate for its Seattle office. This role provides direct client exposure, significant responsibility, and opportunities to work on sophisticated cases alongside experienced litigators. The firm is known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, strong mentorship, and commitment to professional growth.
Commercial Litigation Associate Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive annual salary ($225,000–$330,000) based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement planning with voluntary benefits and flexible spending accounts
- Paid time off including approximately 3 weeks vacation and 11 paid holidays per year
- Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
- Access to commuter and transit programs
- Inclusive environment supporting diversity, equity, and professional development
Commercial Litigation Associate Requirements & Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school
- 2–4 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm, clerkship, or similar legal environment
- Admission to practice in Washington State or eligibility to waive in promptly
- Proven experience managing discovery, drafting motions, and appearing in court
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and project management abilities
- Commitment to client service and ability to collaborate effectively in a team
Commercial Litigation Associate Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience with complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts
- Familiarity with arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
- Comfort working with e-discovery platforms and vendors
- Ability to supervise and mentor more junior team members
Commercial Litigation Associate Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Manage and support all stages of litigation, including investigation, research, pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation
- Draft and argue substantive motions; assist with appellate briefing as needed
- Conduct and defend depositions; oversee document discovery and e-discovery processes
- Collaborate with partners and clients on case strategy and business-focused advice
- Communicate effectively with clients, courts, experts, and opposing counsel
- Mentor junior associates and paralegals as appropriate
This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven litigation associate seeking career growth, meaningful work, and a supportive team environment.
JOB ID: 179044
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Grey Stigler