Litigation Attorney

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A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney to join their team in Mercer Island, WA. The position offers the flexibility of remote work, primarily based out of the Seattle area. The attorney will handle pre-litigation and litigation matters involving real estate, title, mortgages, foreclosure, evictions, and creditor's rights.

Duties

• Manage litigation and eviction cases from inception to completion, including trial.
• Handle pre-litigation cases and clear title to real property.
• Develop and seek approval for budgets and legal strategy.
• Research and prepare legal analysis on claims, risk, exposure, and strategies.
• Draft and argue pleadings and motions.
• Conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Develop and implement case strategy with supervising partner and client; communicate directly with clients.
• Attend court hearings, mediation, settlement conferences, etc., via phone, video, and in person, depending on court/client requirements.
• Assist with bankruptcy motions, hearings, and adversary proceedings, as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the state of Washington; additional license in Oregon or Idaho is a plus.
• Five years of litigation experience preferred; strong interest in real estate or mortgage law considered.
• Knowledge of foreclosure, real estate, secured transactions, evictions, and creditor's rights preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in software tools including Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
• Maintain an hourly billing requirement of 1920 hours annually.
• Must reside in Washington or one of the firm's other footprint states; available for in-person hearings in Washington as needed.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in the state of Washington.

Skills

• Exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a large and complex caseload.
• Team player willing to assist across departments.

Benefits

• Company-paid life and disability insurance plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with prescription coverage.
• 401K retirement savings plan.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous PTO plan for full-time employees.
• Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors.
• Employee assistance plan offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.
• Learning and development training opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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