Description:

A Law Firm Headquartered in Seattle, Washington attorneys are highly regarded in the legal field, with many receiving numerous accolades for their work and community involvement. We take pride in delivering quality legal services tailored to our clients' needs. Integrity is a core value for us, and we are passionate about the service we provide. At Williams Kastner, we invest in our attorneys to help them achieve their personal goals and become integral members of our thriving firm. Our attorneys collaborate to build successful practices that support our clients. They are often recognized as proactive, hardworking, dedicated, meticulous, approachable, and kind. Our attorneys embody the Williams Kastner ethos: exceptional, authentic, accountable, innovative, and resilient.

Requirements:
Civil Litigation Practice Areas Experience and skillsets:

Seeking experienced candidates in one or more of the following:

Asbestos, Benzene and/or Silica
Professional Liability
Construction Defect
Transportation/Trucking Defense

Responsibilities of Litigation Associate:
Include but are not limited to the following:

Tasks include drawing up or reviewing and revising legal documents, advising clients on legal rights, and assisting in developing and implementing a strategy for defending and litigating the case.
Gathers evidence in cases to formulate a defense or to initiate legal action.
Conducts research, interviews clients and witnesses, and handles other details in preparation for trial.
Prepares legal briefs and develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for the presentation of the case.
Represents client in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
Retains and engages with experts in preparing opinions and required reports, prepares experts for deposition and trial, and defends experts in depositions.
Prepares responses to written discovery requests, drafts objections and designations of prior testimony in response to notices of deposition of client witnesses, and prepares and defends the client during corporate depositions.
Bill a minimum of 1,800 hours annually.
This position requires the ability to travel and/or attend (virtual or in person) occasional depositions, court hearings, mediations, trials (possibly), or other litigation-related activities. Often requires spending hours on phone or video conferences and preparing/reviewing complex documents under tight time-sensitive deadlines.

Qualifications of Litigation Associate:

Law Degree.
Minimum of 5+ years' of legal or private practice experience.
Must be licensed in Oregon; licensed in WA State and/or Idaho a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to understand, analyze, interpret, and convey complex information and concepts.
Ability to bill at least 1800 hours annually.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Strong communication skills, including writing, speaking, and active listening.