Description:

Schwabe is a premier Northwest regional law firm serving the needs of businesses in seven key industry sectors: Technology; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Manufacturing, Distribution and Retail; Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction; Ports and Maritime; and Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations. We have offices in four states, in the cities of Portland, Bend, Salem, Seattle, Vancouver, Anchorage, and Mountain View. Schwabe has a culture based on collaboration, innovation, and a drive to help our clients achieve success.

Schwabe currently has an opening for a full-time associate lawyer to help support our Land Use practice as a part of the Real Estate & Natural Resources Department. The ideal candidate will have:

Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
At least 2 years of experience with land use law, which could include:

Appearance at public hearings
Administrative proceedings
General litigation including briefing and oral advocacy
Research and review of development feasibility
Appellate briefing and litigation
Analyzing administrative codes and regulations
Drafting land use applications

Judicial clerkship experience is a plus
Excellent academic credentials and professional references, as well as solid research, analysis, writing, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work in a team-oriented setting, but with significant independence.
Strong client service ethics.
Strong communication, self-initiative, and time management skills .
Interest in business development in the land use real estate/construction and/or natural resources industry.
Washington State Bar admission or eligibility for immediate reciprocity (required).
The preferred location for this position is Vancouver, but consideration could be given to candidates in Seattle, Washington.

Candidates should submit PDFs of their cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, and a writing sample directed to Michelle Baird-Johnson, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition & Integration. Inquiries are maintained in confidence.

The pay range for this position is $155,000 - $185,000, depending on job skills and legal practice experience relevant to the position. The position is also eligible for productivity and discretionary merit bonus consideration at the end of each calendar year. A listing of benefits can be found here: https://www.schwabe.com/benefits-and-firm-paid-expenses.