Litigation Associate

We are a midsize law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance workplace.
Pacifica is a values-driven, community oriented law firm that champions innovation, creativity, integrity and personal and professional growth as part of serving its public and private clients with high-level expertise and intellect. Pacifica offers legal counsel and services to clients regarding real estate and construction, public finance and municipal law, education law, appellate and civil litigation, and project counseling. Work at Pacifica includes:

• A collegial environment among colleagues who value respect, care and honesty.
• Assistance with and encouragement for professional growth and skills development.
• A culture that values work-life balance.
• Interesting and challenging work.
• Support and incentives for pro bono work and civic engagement.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our firm, in the legal profession and in our community at large.

Position Overview

We are seeking a litigation associate who is committed to excellent and ethical lawyering and will contribute to the diversity and success of our firm, as well as to the legal profession and our greater community. This is a unique opportunity to join a sophisticated litigation practice and work in a dynamic, expanding, and team-oriented atmosphere while enjoying the benefits of a smaller law firm.

Responsibilities

This job requires the lawyer to assume substantial responsibility for the preparation of pleadings and briefs in trial courts, administrative proceedings, and appellate courts that reflect the highest caliber of legal scholarship and written advocacy. The successful candidate also will be involved in all aspects of discovery, and will have opportunities for stand-up courtroom experience and direct client contact as their practice progresses. The successful candidate also will assist in researching issues and providing general counseling services to a variety of public, non-profit, and private clients. We offer a collegial environment and an excellent opportunity to continue to develop strong skills and professional growth.

Requirements

·   Strong academic credentials

·   Excellent writing, research, and communication skills

·   Membership in the Washington State Bar Association (or eligibility for membership)

·   Law journal participation and/or judicial clerkship preferred

·   Three or more years of general litigation experience preferred

Salary Range

$165,000 - $200,000 annually depending on experience.

Other Compensation

Other compensation may include bonuses, profit sharing, and HSA employer contributions.

Benefits

· Medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability insurance, life and AD&D coverage (additional coverage option available), and optional flexible spending