Associate Attorney - Civil Litigation
Smith Freed Eberhard is a law firm specializing in civil defense work, seeking an ambitious Civil Litigation Associate for their Seattle office. The role involves managing case lifecycles, collaborating with a team, and devising strategic solutions to protect client interests in personal and commercial lines of litigation.
Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of the case lifecycle, from initial assessment to resolution
- Work seamlessly with a team of skilled attorneys and staff
- Use your legal acumen to devise and implement strategic solutions that protect client interests and achieve optimal outcomes in litigation
Skills
- Professional member of the Washington State Bar
- 1 - 5 years of experience in all phases of insurance defense litigation including case management, motion practice, and discovery
- Experience with hearings, depositions, and arbitrations
Benefits
- Bonus opportunities
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Firm paid Bar Association fees, CLE fees, and applicable memberships
- Employer paid medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Mass transit, parking, and cell data
- 401K plan with employer contribution
- Voluntary Insurance including short- and long-term disability, and Life Insurance
- Black Belt Trial Advocacy Training – visit website for more information
- Attorney retreats, mentorship programs, Lunch & Learns, and Trial Talks
- Flexible work schedule
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