Associate Attorney (Family Law) #ESF1908

We’ve built a culture that balances high performance with sustainability. We value hard work but we also believe great lawyers need time outside the office to recharge and stay sharp.

• Bonus Structure: Production-based with generous incentives for exceeding targets
• Benefits: Health dental vision life insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) with company contributions
• Environment: Collegial collaborative and growth-oriented
• Opportunity: Direct client interaction and real responsibility early on

• Manage a full caseload of family law matters from initial consultation through resolution and trial.
• Handle divorce and other family law matters independently with the ability to hit the ground running and manage an existing caseload.
• Meet with clients to evaluate legal issues develop case strategies and provide ongoing legal counsel.
• Draft and review pleadings petitions motions declarations settlement agreements discovery and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective case strategies.
• Manage all phases of discovery including drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Represent clients in hearings mediations settlement conferences and court proceedings.
• Handle depositions and other litigation-related proceedings.
• Prepare cases for trial and serve as lead or supporting counsel during trial.
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys paralegals and support staff to effectively manage a high-volume caseload and achieve favorable client outcomes.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the Washington State Bar or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent dedicated Family Law experience; 3–7 years is preferred.
• Strong experience handling divorce and other family law matters including hearings and trials.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a family law caseload and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong courtroom litigation negotiation and client counseling skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational time-management and case management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing a significant caseload.
• Attorneys with more than 7 years of experience are welcome to apply if they have strong recent Family Law experience and are able to manage cases independently.