Our growing firm is seeking a well-qualified senior attorney who can handle a heavy caseload, work independently, and zealously represent our clients both in and out of court. To be considered, you should have solid trial experience and be willing to mentor our newer associates. Your excellent communication and writing skills will come in handy as you thoughtfully position our clients toward favorable outcomes. Reach out to us today if this opportunity sounds ideal for you. Responsibilities: • Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels • Draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, notices, and discovery requests and responses • Prepare for and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration hearings • Counsel associates to resolve or prevent conflicts • Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings • Advocate on behalf of clients by thoroughly understanding their needs, analyzing the situation, and developing strategic action plans. • Represent clients in court proceedings as required. • Regularly audit your active matters and provide clients with a monthly case update (summarizing the status of their case, recent accomplishments, and forthcoming steps) to keep them informed and maintain good communication. • Collaborate closely with the Mentoring Attorney to brainstorm case strategies and best options for our clients. • Review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders. • Lead your legal pod, including paralegals and legal assistants, while fostering a positive and productive work environment. • Engage actively in legal team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Mentoring Attorney to promote both individual and team growth. • Conduct consultations with prospective clients. • Promote Truce Law by actively developing and maintaining relationships with law firms and community stakeholders in the Pacific Northwest. Qualifications: • Completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree, as well as 3-year law degree from an accredited law school • Admitted to local and state bar associations • 5 years of required experience as a senior associate in the legal field • Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills • Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision • Minimum of 10 years of experience as a family law attorney. • Demonstrated experience in trial, mediation, and arbitration representation. • Active Washington State Bar License • In-depth knowledge of Washington State family law. • Lives in the state of Washington is a requirement Compensation: $194,000 - $214,000 yearly
• Advocate on behalf of clients by thoroughly understanding their needs, analyzing the situation, and developing strategic action plans. • Represent clients in court proceedings as required. • Regularly audit your active matters and provide clients with a monthly case update (summarizing the status of their case, recent accomplishments, and forthcoming steps) to keep them informed and maintain good communication. • Collaborate closely with the Mentoring Attorney to brainstorm case strategies and best options for our clients. • Review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders. • Lead your legal pod, including paralegals and legal assistants, while fostering a positive and productive work environment. • Engage actively in legal team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Mentoring Attorney to promote both individual and team growth. • Conduct consultations with prospective clients. • Promote Truce Law by actively developing and maintaining relationships with law firms and community stakeholders in the Pacific Northwest.