Litigation Associate Attorney

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig • Mukilteo, WA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney in our Mukilteo, Washington office . The ideal candidate must have excellent writing and research abilities and be passionate about helping individuals and businesses. Practice areas will include business, estate planning and litigation. This is an excellent opportunity to gain substantive experience through hands-on mentorship with an experienced partner. DBL is a fast-growing, veteran-owned law firm with more than 70 outcome-focused attorneys advising and representing national and international legal matters. Our firm offers a depth of knowledge without sacrificing the high touch service our client’s demand. Our attorneys hail from the most respected law schools, “big law”, and a variety of diverse backgrounds. In addition to former military, government agency, and corporate experience, the partners at DBL average more than twenty years of high-level relevant legal experience.

Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to the Washington State Bar.
• We seek individuals who are driven, possess a desire to develop and invest in their careers and the Firm, and demonstrate superior client service skills.
• Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
• Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Candidates applying should have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual candidates preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and conduct complex legal research and analysis.
• Capable of day-to-day case management.
• Collaborate in case strategy discussions.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal correspondence and documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appearing at hearings and trial.
• Communicate and work with local counsel.
• Other duties and practice areas may be assigned by partners

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD)
• Quarterly performance bonus program
• 401(K) with matching
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Flexible and Hybrid schedules
• Reasonable hourly requirements for a healthy life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree