Civil Litigation Attorney (3-5 years)

McGlinchey Stafford seeks a litigator with 3-5 years of experience handling civil litigation including, but not limited to initiating new matters on behalf of a diverse portfolio of clients, filing of dispositive and non-dispositive motions, issuing and responding to discovery requests, and court appearances throughout the state of Washington (both in person and virtual) in high volume litigation practice. This role also includes counseling cannabis industry clients through regulatory and compliance issues in collaboration with the firm’s multidisciplinary team of attorneys across several practice areas and geographical regions to join our Seattle office. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to further develop their skills while receiving training and mentorship from experienced attorneys. Flexible schedules are available. While we encourage our attorneys to have a regular presence in the office to promote collegiality and our firm culture, our remote work policy provides for some remote work options.

Candidates must be licensed in Washington and that license must be active and in good standing.

We seek candidates with:

• 3- 5 years of litigation experience with a specific focus on civil litigation including but not limited initiating new matters, filing of motions, drafting and responding to discovery, court appearances, and detail-oriented research and problem-solving for high-volume litigation practice.
• A current license to practice law in the state of Washington is required, must be active and in good standing;
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Ability to draft briefs, pleadings, motions, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements;
• Experience gathering discovery and taking and defending depositions; and
• Ability to distill research into meaningful and persuasive written work product and to work meticulously to ensure the quality of work product.

Ideal candidates will also have:

• A team mindset while assisting with preparation for litigation;
• Confidence in serving as a representative of clients and our firm while meeting and conferring with opposing counsel;
• Excellent analytical skills as well as clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; and
• A demonstrated dedication to client service.

All submissions will be held in strict confidence.

COMPENSATION

The annualized salary range for this position in our Seattle office is $110,000 to $150,000. Individual salary offered will be based on the candidate’s education, training, years of practice, experience in previous positions, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Attorneys may be eligible for discretionary performance bonus.

BENEFITS

Full time employees are eligible for health insurance with PPO and HDHP options, along with corresponding FSA and HSA accounts, long term disability coverage, as well as firm-paid term life insurance. Voluntary benefits include dental and vision care insurance, additional life insurance, 401(k), student loan repayment assistance, medical leave salary continuation plan, paid pregnancy and parental leave, 12 paid holidays each year, and an employee assistance program. Commuter parking and transit programs, group personal excess liability plan, and an identity theft protection plan are also available. Attorney paid sick days are taken on an ad hoc basis. Attorneys take vacation commensurate with meeting their billable budget requirement and may vary depending on the needs of the firm and our clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98121

Salary : $110,000 - $150,000