NWIRP is currently hiring for full-time staff attorneys for their Eastern, WA offices.
Interested candidates to view and apply online through our Careers Page.
King County Superior Court is accepting applications for two new, sitting Family Law/Protection Order Court Commissioners through December 23, 2024. Please find a direct link to the job posting and application below and a PDF announcement attached.
Family Law/Protection Order Court Commissioner
King County Superior Court (multiple locations)
Salary: $216,848.00 annually
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/4740868/court-commissioner-family-law-civil-protection-order
FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER
Western District of Washington
Colin Fieman Corey Endo Federal Public Defender First Assistant Defender
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Criminal Justice Act Resource Counsel
Western District of Washington (Seattle & Tacoma)
Position No. 24-06
Announced: December 4, 2024
Preferred Application Deadline: December 27, 2024; open until filled
The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Washington is hiring a Criminal Justice Act Resource Counsel (CJA-RC) for the Western District of Washington Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel. This is a 40-hour per week position (with some schedule flexibility depending on salary and division of responsibilities), with up to four days per week of telework. The position is based either in Seattle (where our main office is located) or in our Tacoma branch office.
Responsibilities: The CJA-RC is responsible, in collaboration with the CJA Panel Administrator and CJA Unit staff, for managing the panel of private attorneys appointed to represent indigent clients when the Federal Defender’s Office has a conflict. The local panel presently consists of 54 trial attorneys, 22 appellate attorneys, and 18 attorneys in its mentorship and training program.
The CJA-RC’s responsibilities include:
• Recruiting qualified attorneys for the Panel, including diverse members of the private bar with an interest in serving clients in need.
• Annual performance evaluations of one-third of the Panel, based on a review of pleadings, courtroom observations, and feedback from stakeholders.
• Managing the Panel Mentorship Program by reviewing applications for the program, matching new attorneys with experienced panel members to collaborate on federal cases, organizing monthly training sessions, and evaluating mentee progress and performance. The goal of the mentorship program is to prepare mentees for independent federal criminal practice and full membership on the CJA Panel.
• Organizing CLE programs for panel members, the Federal Defender’s Office, and the local criminal defense bar. We typically host 10-12 CLEs per year. Recent sessions include “Litigating Electronic Surveillance Issues,” “Effective Habeas Issue Presentation,” and “Representing Clients with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities.”
• Supervising the CJA Unit, which also consists of a CJA Administrator, a paralegal and an assistant paralegal. The unit’s responsibilities include coordinating the appointment of panel attorneys, processing payment of fees and case-related services, and maintaining financial records.
1601 Fifth Avenue, Suite 700, Seattle, Washington 98101 – Phone (206) 553-1100 – Fax (206) 553-0120
• Reviewing and approving attorney fees and other case billings in collaboration with the CJA Administrator.1
• Case budget planning, in conjunction with the Ninth Circuit’s Case Budgeting Attorney, for complex cases that will require exceptional resources and expenses.
• Investigating complaints against panel members and recommending to the CJA Standing Committee (made up of the Federal Defender and four panel attorneys who serve on a rotating basis) remedial or disciplinary measures, if needed.
• Non-voting membership on the CJA Standing Committee, which has overall responsibility for organizing and maintaining the CJA Panel under the district CJA Plan.2 In this capacity, the CJA-RC acts as legal counsel to the Committee, helps prepare the Committee’s annual report to the Court, and makes recommendations for changes and updates to the CJA Plan.
• Serving as a liaison between the Court, the CJA Standing Committee and panel attorneys to meet the goals of the CJA Plan and facilitate communication and meetings between stakeholders.
Requirements: All applicants must be members in good standing of a state bar. Applicants must have (1) at least five years’ of criminal defense experience, which can include judicial clerkships and experience in legal education or training, (2) have proficient data management and administrative skills, and (3) be a self-starter with a reputation for a collaborative work ethic, personal and professional integrity, and an ability to work well with the Court, the Defender Services Office, members of the CJA panel, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications: To qualify, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen or meet the requirements of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. As a condition of employment, candidates must be fingerprinted and complete a background check. A prior criminal conviction is not necessarily disqualifying. See http://www.uscourts.gov/careers/search-judiciary-jobs/citizenship requirements-employment-judiciary.
Salary and Benefits: The salary range is $115,793-$160,950, based on professional experience and the Federal Defender Pay Plan for graded employees effective January 1, 2024. Benefits include health and life insurance, plus 11 paid federal holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 days of paid vacation leave annually (the rate of vacation accrual increases with years of service.) The position is eligible for the Federal Employees Retirement System and the Thrift
1 See local General Order 07-24, available at:
https://www.wawd.uscourts.gov/sites/wawd/files/General%20Order%2007- 24%20Delegating%20Review%20and%20Approval%20for%20Certain%20CJA%20Claims.pdf
2 The District’s CJA Act Plan can be found at:
https://www.wawd.uscourts.gov/sites/wawd/files/General%20Order%2010- 23%20Adopting%20Amended%20CJA%20Plan.pdf
Savings Plan, which matches up to 5% of employee contributions. Salary is paid biweekly and only by direct deposit.
Office Information: The Western Washington Federal Public Defender office was established in 1975. We provide legal counsel for low-income individuals who face federal criminal prosecutions in our district, which covers the area west of the Cascade Mountains from Oregon to the Canadian border. Our attorneys represent clients at all stages of proceedings including pre charge, at trial, on appeal, and post-conviction. Our staff of 54 employees includes administrators, attorneys, case managers, investigators, paralegals, and social workers. Our CJA program is nationally recognized as a leader in CJA panel administration and client service, providing critical support and training to private attorneys appointed to represent low-income clients.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Our office values diversity, is committed to equity and inclusion, and aspires to create a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, openness, and humility that honors the people we represent. We believe representation is better when members of the defense team have diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek a candidate who shares this belief and commitment. We embrace the unique contributions our employees can bring to the office because of their backgrounds, social identities, and lived experiences.
How to Apply: Qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Please submit a letter of interest, detailed résumé, and two work references (including names, addresses, and phone numbers) by email to:
Colin Fieman
Federal Public Defender
Attn. Human Resources
wawpersonnel@fd.org
NO TELEPHONE OR EMAIL INQUIRIES PLEASE.
Please submit application materials as a combined PDF via email to wawpersonnel@fd.org and reference “Criminal Justice Act Resource Counsel” in the subject line. The position is open until filled. Priority is given to applications received by December 27, 2024.
The AGO is committed to providing excellent, independent, and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and to protecting the rights of its people. It is essential to our mission to create and maintain a workplace that is diverse, respectful, inclusive, anti-racist and composed of the best legal talent available. You can review the AGO’s Mission, Vision, Values and Anti-Racist Commitment on our website. If you share our vision and have a desire to do important work that makes a difference for our community, then we invite you to consider applying for the following opportunities.
For information about the AGO, visit www.atg.wa.gov. Click on the links below to access full position descriptions and qualifications for each of these opportunities, visit the state's centralized recruitment site at www.careers.wa.gov. We encourage registration to our attorney e-mail subscription service.
AAG – Criminal Justice Division, Seattle (DL: 12/17/24)
AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division PAL Section, Multiple Locations (12/18/24) New!
AAG – Gov. Compliance & Enforcement Division, Olympia (DL: 12/22/24) New!
AAG – Gov. Compliance & Enforcement Division, Regulatory & Enforcement Section, Olympia (DL: 12/22/24) New!
AAG – WA State University Division, Spokane (DL: 12/22/24)
AAG – Environmental Protection Division (DL: 1/6/25) New!
AAG – Torts Division, Multiple Locations (DL: 1/22/25) New!
AAG – Labor & Industries Division, Olympia (Open continuous)
AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima (rep. DCYF) (Open continuous)
AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima (rep. Dept. of Labor & Industries) (Open continuous)
AAG – Regional Services Division, Wenatchee (Open continuous)
AAG – Regional Services Division Kennewick (Open continuous)
AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Behavioral Health Section, Olympia (Open continuous)
Law Clerk Opportunity:
Veteran Law Clerk – Winter Clerkship, Seattle (DL: 12/11/24) Closing soon!
Veteran Law Clerk – Summer Clerkship (DL: 1/16/25) New!
2025 Spring Recruitment Program – Summer Clerkships (DL: 2/12/25) New!
Exempt Opportunities:
Legislative Director, Administration Division, Seattle/Olympia (DL: 12/11/24) Closing soon!
Chief Human Resources Officer - Human Resources Division, Olympia/Seattle (DL: 12/11/24) Closing soon!
Salaries for the AAG positions listed above are set between $76,752 – 149,508 annually. Salary for the Team Lead positions listed above is set between $80,592 - 156,996 annually. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. Salary for the exempt opportunities listed above is set between $131,500 - 158,000 annually.
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The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy life-work balance as well as a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington is currently accepting applications for a full-time Term Law Clerk position with the Honorable Rebecca L. Pennell, United States District Judge. The term law clerk will be stationed in Spokane, Washington, with occasional travel to the courthouses located in Richland and Yakima. This vacancy is for a one-year or two-year term; position may be extended at the agreement of the parties.
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Attached is the full vacancy announcement, as well as the link to the vacancy on our public website here.
Announcement of Appellate Law Clerk Opportunity
Judge J. Michael (“Mike”) Díaz of the Washington Court of Appeals, Division One, is seeking to hire a term law clerk to start in August 2026. The term will end in August 2028. Judge Diaz will begin accepting applications on June 2, 2025 and will consider applications beginning on June 16, 2024, until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted, if possible, the week of June 23, with hiring offer(s) to be made in early July.
The Court of Appeals handles appeals from Washington courts of general jurisdiction in all areas of law, including criminal, civil, and domestic matters. Judge Díaz seeks applicants with varied personal and professional backgrounds, who are interested in rigorous legal research and precise legal writing, in a collaborative and collegial environment. Candidates must be law school graduates or have completed the APR 6 law clerk program (or equivalent). Practicing attorneys are encouraged to apply. The law clerk salary is subject to state law and law clerks also receive state employee benefits.
On or after June 2, 2025, please submit application materials electronically to Angela Ver Hoeve,at Angela.VerHoeve@courts.wa.gov, subject line “Application for Clerkship - Judge Diaz – 2026-2028 TERM.” Applications should include the following: a letter of interest; a current resume; a writing sample (up to 12 pages); and three professional references or letters of recommendation.
AAG – Criminal Justice Division, SVP Unit, Seattle (DL: 12/2/24) New!
DSG – Solicitor General’s Office, Olympia or Seattle (DL: 12/4/24) New!
AAG – Complex Litigation Division (DL: 12/4/24) New!
First AAG – Administration Division (DL: 12/6/24) New!
AAG – WA State University Division, Spokane (DL: 12/22/24) New!
AAG – Spokane Division’s Social & Health Services Section (Open continuous)
Salaries for the AAG positions listed above are set between $76,752 – 149,508 annually. Salary for the DSG position listed above is set between $84,432 - 164,460 annually. The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA. Salary for the First AAG position listed above is set between $166,667 - 200,000 annually.
A Seattle civil defense litigation firm has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney with 3-12 years litigation experience. Admission to practice in Washington is required with admission to practice in Oregon as a plus. Practice will initially focus on insurance coverage.
This is a rare opportunity for a junior attorney who is looking for a fast-track career jump. Our ideal candidate is ready to be challenged and to take ownership of their own caseload from file opening to file closing. We offer extensive mentorship and training, balanced with a level of autonomy and responsibility not usually given to junior attorneys at other firms.
Primary Responsibilities:
Compensation: $120,000-$150,000 (DOE)
Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Subject to certain eligibility requirements, bonus and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, dental and vision insurance benefits, retirement plan and paid time off.
Requirements:
Why should you apply?
We offer a dynamic, friendly, and collaborative environment and are looking for a team player. We offer competitive compensation, a flexible working environment and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, 401k safe harbor match program, flexible spending accounts, and a pre-tax transit benefit program.
Please send the following:
Our firm is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Military status, or Veteran status.
Sinars Slowikowski Tomaska
55 West Monroe • Suite 4000 • Chicago, Illinois 60603
Court Commissioner Pro-Tempore – Involuntary Treatment Act and/or Ex Parte
King County Superior Court
Salary: $119.15 per hour
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty?keywords=Court%20Commissioner
Superior Court is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates to supplement lists of Pro Tempore Commissioners to support Dependency and Family Law/Civil Protection Order calendars.
The hourly rate of pay for these intermittent appointments is $119.15/hr.
For more information about these opportunities and to apply online, please see the links below. PDF copies of the opportunities are also attached. A separate application is required for the respective calendars. Both postings will accept applications through December 8, 2024.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/4730003/pro-tempore-court-commissioner-family-law-civil-protection-order
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/4728312/pro-tempore-court-commissioner-dependency
Please share these opportunities with the members of your organization or bar association. King County Superior Court is also currently accepting applications for Pro Tempore Court Commissioners supporting Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) and Ex Parte calendars. Those positions were shared yesterday to your organizations and information and online applications can be found at kingcounty.gov/jobs. Thank you very much for your consideration and please reach out with any questions regarding service as a Pro Tempore Court Commissioner with King County Superior Court.
