Description:
A Full-Service Law Firm in Seattle, WA, a mid-size downtown Seattle law firm, seeks a construction associate attorney with 1-3 years of experience, emphasizing construction disputes involving scope changes, liens, claims, and delays. Experience should include legal research, writing, and analysis; motion practice; drafting written discovery and general experience with the e-discovery process; and review and analysis of construction contracts. Additional experience preferred, but not required, includes taking and defending depositions, as well as arbitration and/or trial.Successful candidates will be eager to practice law at a nationally recognized construction law firm, committed to professionalism and excellence, have a strong work ethic and academic credentials, excellent written and oral advocacy skills, and a desire to provide exceptional legal service.
Skills Needed to be Effective In this Role:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in litigation, with a focus on construction litigation preferred.
- Strong litigation skills, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and representing clients in court.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make strategic decisions.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including building rapport with clients, fellow attorneys, and staff.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
- Experience with electronic discovery and litigation support tools.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
