Experienced Associate Attorney

Company: Bighornlaw
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 20, 2024

Job Description:

Posted a month agoDescriptionWe are looking for an attorney who has a passion for helping people who are in need of Family law, dependency, and guardianship representation. We believe, for clients, in conquering crises and planning for the future with holistic care.We're looking for an attorney who can hit the ground running to give clients outstanding representation. You need to demonstrate compassion and an ability to build relationships with your clients. This is a position for an experienced attorney who is capable, competent, and confident in handling a caseload with relative independence while working with an excellent legal team. We provide extensive administrative support so that you can focus on the client's legal needs.Salary is commensurate with skill and experience and is negotiable based on an agreed billable hour commitment. The compensation package includes a base salary plus bonus compensation for production and performance. We offer health & dental insurance and 401(k) matching. We also pay for continuing legal education, bar dues, and some approved voluntary bar memberships.Characteristics:

• Strong knowledge of laws and procedures to perform legal research and develop case strategy
• The ability to project confidence and competence while representing clients in the courtroom
• Punctual and reliable with a strong commitment to character, integrity, and work ethic
• The ability and flexibility necessary to work at a growing firm
• Exceptional communication skills needed to work with all levels of staff and clientsResponsibilities:
  • Attain or surpass the essential performance metrics for the role
  • Set the legal strategy based on each client's goals, the facts of the case, and applicable law to determine a proper solution
  • Assign work to paralegals and legal assistants and monitor their progress while assuming full responsibility for the outcome and meeting all deadlines
  • Organize client meetings to offer legal tactics, examine choices, and work tirelessly to find the best course of action
  • Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal adviceQualifications:
    • Candidates must have passed the bar exam and be in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association
    • 5 years of family law, guardianship, or dependency experience in King or Snohomish County
    • Desire to work a consistent hybrid schedule
    • Ability to attend court and meetings in person
    • Must have a proven track record of experience practicing as an attorney
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