Who We Are: The Washington Defender Association (WDA) is the voice of the public defense community in Washington State. We provide support for zealous and high-quality legal representation by advocating for change, educating defenders, and collaborating with other justice system stakeholders and the broader community. We aspire to participate in movements for durable transformational change within ourselves, our organization, our communities and the criminal and civil legal systems within which we live and work. Our core values reflect our goals towards becoming an organization that meaningfully and tangibly integrates an anti-racist, anti-oppression framework into all aspects of our work. Although we contend daily with the realities that impede our progress, we remain dedicated to building a collaborative, learning-based culture of resilience, inclusion, transparency, and accountability.
Our Work: In 1983, WDA was created to support public defenders across Washington State through training and technical assistance. Our initial focus was on training and the development of standards for public defense. Over time, WDA has expanded to include our Immigration Project, Incarcerated Parents Project, the Redemption Project, misdemeanor case support, and felony case support. We also advocate at the local, state, and national levels on policy issues that relate to public defense. We serve over 1600+ members who are public defenders, investigators and other legal workers representing people facing the consequences of criminal legal system involvement. We are a small but mighty team guided by the belief that everyone belongs in the circle of human concern. We are dedicated to dismantling the barriers to belonging that burden all who are entangled in Washington State’s public defense system.
Who You Are: WDA seeks an experienced attorney to join our team as a Misdemeanor Resource Attorney. Our resource attorneys provide technical assistance and training to public defenders and criminal defense attorneys across Washington State. We seek someone with the following qualifications:
The Job: WDA staff currently work remotely and/or in our in our downtown Seattle office, with the expectation that specified work meeting and events are attended in person.
Responsibilities include:
Compensation: The salary range is $75,000 – $100,000 a year, depending on experience.
Benefits: Excellent health insurance coverage, FSA program for medical, child care and transportation, SIMPLE IRA plan, and generous vacation policy. This position qualifies for public loan service forgiveness.
How to Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a 5-10 page writing sample in PDF format to Erin Stewart at wda@defensenet.org. Please make “Misdemeanor Resource Attorney” your subject line. We will accept applications on a rolling basis, but plan to start offering interviews the last week of February. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the above email or call (206) 623-4321.
WDA is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, social class, indigenous group membership, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a differently abled person or other applicable characteristics.
This position is a full-time, in-house consulting attorney position. MRSC’s legal consultants provide general guidance and training to local government staff and officials throughout Washington State on a wide range of issues, including the Public Records Act, Open Public Meetings Act, roles and responsibilities of elected and appointed officials, ethics and conflict of interest, personnel, legality of use of public funds, land use, and procurement and public works. The Legal Consultant is part of our 7-member legal team and reports to the Managing Attorney.
This position offers the opportunity to assist local governments in addressing a diverse array of legal issues. While being able to handle a broad range of municipal law topics, the candidate should also enjoy cultivating a deeper expertise in a specific area of law currently presenting challenges for local governments. Candidates with experience as local government legal counsel in Washington State are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates must be members in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
This position has the option of up to 100% remote work from a home office within Washington State with the exception of occasional travel for quarterly all-staff meetings & team-building events in the Seattle-Tacoma region and in-person training presentations within Washington State.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
Consult on legal questions from elected officials and staff from cities, counties, and special purpose districts throughout Washington State.
Regularly create content for MRSC’s website, publications, and other resources.
Write short blog posts about pertinent legal topics every 6-7 weeks.
Conduct trainings for and give presentations to attorneys, elected officials, and local government staff on various municipal law issues.
Work on special projects as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience providing direct legal counsel to cities, counties, and/or special purpose districts in Washington State. Applicants without direct legal counsel experience will be considered if they have outstanding qualifications.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to explain complicated legal concepts to elected officials and non-attorneys.
Motivation to actively identify and tackle challenges through proactive research and problem-solving.
Excellent customer service skills; enjoys working with a wide variety of local government employees and elected officials.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS. The salary range is $103,900 to $146,500 with the starting salary up to the mid-point of the range depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to a rewarding work environment, MRSC offers excellent benefits including:
Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) retirement savings plan with an MRSC contribution of 7.5% of gross earnings
100% Medical premium for enrolled employees, 50% for spouse/domestic partner, and 80% for qualified dependents
100% Dental and vision premium for enrolled employees and dependents
Optional flexible spending account
ORCA Card transit pass
Learning and development support
Paid vacation and sick leave
11 paid state holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Wellness program incentive
Home internet reimbursement ($25 per month)
$600 Home office setup allowance
ABOUT MRSC. MRSC is a private nonprofit organization devoted to empowering local governments in Washington State to better serve their communities. We support effective local government through trusted consultation, research, training, and collaboration. We have an outstanding reputation for providing reliable, non-partisan, trustworthy advice and information. We answer questions, collaborate with partner organizations, convene stakeholders, and disseminate information on featured practices and emerging issues. Learn more at mrsc.org.
MRSC’s TEAM. Our 28-person team includes attorneys, policy and finance experts, professionals with experience in local government planning and contracting/procurement, communications specialists, program and accounting administrators, and information technology staff. We work in a team-oriented, collaborative basis. MRSC’s Guiding Values and Principles.
INCLUSION. Our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, caste, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
TO APPLY. Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Flannary Collins, Managing Attorney, fcollins@mrsc.org. This position is open until filled. To be considered for the first review, submit application materials by February 20, 2024 at 5:00 PM.
MRSC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Jon Rose, Finance and Administration Manager at jrose@mrsc.org or 206-625-1300 x123.
Commercial Corporate Counsel
Costco Wholesale Corporation, Issaquah, WA
Description of position: Costco Wholesale is seeking an experienced commercial attorney to join the legal team at its corporate headquarters in Issaquah, Washington. Costco is one of the world’s top retailers, with over 128 million cardholders and 870 warehouses in 14 countries, and continues to expand globally. The Commercial Corporate Counsel will handle a broad range of business and commercial matters, providing legal advice and counsel to a variety of Costco departments and business units globally. This attorney will supervise outside counsel and other advisors on a variety of non-litigation matters. The candidate must be comfortable operating in a team environment with confidence in his or her judgments and demonstrate an ability to communicate with all levels in the company in a concise and effective way. This position is an “in the office” (not remote work) position.
Responsibilities:
● Support Costco’s domestic and international businesses, including Costco Travel and Traffic/Depot departments, by identifying and addressing legal, contractual, and regulatory issues.
● Manage trade sanction and anti-bribery compliance globally.
● Draft and negotiate a wide variety of complex commercial contracts and manage the lifecycle of the transactions, including attention to compliance matters.
● Advise business leaders with respect to legal issues and risk management concerning the development and implementation of business strategy.
● Identify opportunities for and offer or monitor localized training globally on various legal, regulatory, and compliance topics.
● For all substantive areas of responsibility, track and interpret existing and emerging regulations; advise on regulatory changes and enforcement trends; support the continuous improvement and updating of form agreements, legal processes and
compliance practices; facilitate the deployment and adoption of Costco’s enterprise contract lifecycle management system throughout the organization; and collaborate with outside counsel, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders.
● Perform special projects and other functions as directed.
● Monitor, manage, and review work and expenditures by outside counsel to ensure quality, value, and efficacy of legal services.
Qualifications:
● Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
● Admission in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. state, and eligible to practice as in-house counsel in the State of Washington.
● At least six years of general corporate and transactional experience acquired in a law firm, with some in-house experience preferred.
● Experience with compliance with laws governing retail operations and regulatory matters. Understanding of and experience with laws impacting international markets where Costco operates a plus.
● Experience with contract lifecycle management systems preferred but not essential.● Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk while also thinking strategically and providing practical, business-oriented advice.
● Demonstrated ability to independently manage a diverse, complex, and full workload while maintaining priorities and proactively anticipating issues.
● Exceptional communication, drafting and analytical skills for working with lawyers and non-lawyers, including training experience.
● Experience overseeing outside counsel.
● Professional language proficiency in one or more of the international markets where Costco operates is a plus, but not a requirement.
● Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
● Strong execution and project management skills and ability to develop consensus among stakeholders from across the organization.
Salary and Benefits: The annual base salary range for this position is $135,000 to $185,000, depending upon years of legal experience. In addition to annual base salary, the total compensation package includes an annual grant of restricted stock units ("RSUs") and an annual bonus (based on company and individual performance). The combined value of the bonus and the RSUs is expected to exceed the base salary if the RSUs vest at a share price at or above the grant price. Attorneys are also eligible to participate in the executive deferred compensation plan with a matching contribution from Costco, and receive other executive benefits. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits (medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, pharmacy, behavioral health, employee assistance), health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, commuter benefits, short-term and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, and 401(k).
At Costco, you will build a long-lasting career in a renowned culture where the company is committed to taking care of its employees, members, and suppliers. You will be empowered to independently drive results within your areas of responsibility, and you will feel good about what you are helping to build. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume.
Costco Wholesale is an equal-opportunity employer and strives to provide a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are also committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project seeks two temporary, bilingual staff attorneys to work full-time positions in our Tacoma-South Unit (TSU) and Detained Immigrant Advocates unit (DIA) as part of the Tacoma office team. These attorneys will provide direct representation and individual consultations to immigrant community members seeking immigration protections before USCIS. NWIRP attorneys also practice before the immigration courts. Applicants must be able to start the position by February 20, 2024, and are asked to commit to a minimum of 9 months, with a possibility of an extension for an additional 3 months. Note: Spanish fluency, in addition to fluency in English, is strongly preferred, but not required. Salary minimum $80,771 to maximum $143,504, depending on experience. Generous benefits.
Find full details and links to apply to the above and other opportunities on NWIRP's Jobs & Internships webpage.
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 – Corrections Division’s Civil Rights Unit, Olympia or Spokane (DL: 2/4/24) Closing soon!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Everett (DL: 2/5/24) Closing soon!
AAG – Medicaid Fraud Control Division, Olympia (DL: 2/6/24) Closing soon!
AAG – Criminal Justice Division, Sexually Violent Predator Unit Spokane (DL: 2/8/24)
AAG – Public Counsel Unit, Seattle (DL: 2/8/24) New!
AAG – Labor & Personnel Division, Tumwater (DL: 2/11/24) New!
AAG – Regional Services Division, Bellingham (DL: 2/20/24) New!
AAG – University of Washington Division, Seattle (DL: 2/20/24) New!
AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Seattle (Open continuous)
AAG – Labor & Personnel Division, Olympia (Open continuous)
AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima or Wenatchee (Open continuous)
AAG – Tacoma Division’s Social & Health Services Section (Open continuous)
AAG – Corrections Division’s Civil Rights Unit, Olympia (Open continuous)
AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Behavioral Health Section, Olympia (Open continuous)
Law Clerk Openings
2024 Spring Recruitment Program – Summer Clerkships (DL: 2/14/24)
Job posting: January 10, 2024
Attorney (Product Liability / Toxic Torts)
Seattle, Washington
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Schroeter Goldmark & Bender has an immediate opening for a full-time lateral or contract attorney to work with our Toxic Torts team. SGB is looking for candidates with at least 8-10 years of experience and a background in one or more of the following practice areas: complex litigation, toxic or mass torts, product liability, and medical malpractice. We are looking for someone with demonstrated litigation and trial skills, who can work up complex cases and see them through trial. In addition to having courtroom experience, the applicant must be a strong writer and have demonstrated experience with appeals, summary judgment motions, or other complex motions. The applicant must be licensed in Washington or be able to become licensed in Washington within 6 months. The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $145,000 DOE, plus discretionary bonus. SGB is a workplace of respect and inclusion; we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
To Apply:
Submit your letter of interest, resume, and writing sample via email to the Head of Operations at weintraub@sgb-law.com no later than February 11, 2024. We will begin to review all resumes on February 12, 2024 and will notify you if you have been selected for an interview.
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 2025. The term will end in August 15, 2026. Judge Diaz will begin accepting applications on June 3, 2024 and will consider applications beginning on June 17, 2024, until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted, if possible, the week of July 1, 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 3, 2023, please submit application materials electronically to Angela Ver Hoeve, at Angela.VerHoeve@courts.wa.gov, subject line “Application for Clerkship - Judge Diaz – 2025-2027 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.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general direction, the Senior Legal Counsel provides professional senior level legal counsel to the Agency on a variety of highly complex legal matters, focusing primarily on labor and employment issues, but also including municipal law and other legal matters pertaining to Sound Transit; has independent decision making responsibility for assigned legal matters; negotiates, drafts and approves agreements; comments on proposed legislation; prepares or reviews legal documents; represents the Agency in litigation; and provides specific and strategic legal advice directly to senior management and board members on significant legal matters that affect the overall Agency. Provides support to the General Counsel on miscellaneous matters.
All job details here: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/SOU1036SOUND/JobBoard/dcc5dbea-875e-4cd1-bfd2-8e046cecc54f/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=89763f73-e4a3-41d6-bc2a-7cb6e7bac477
Please find full details, including deadlines, and links to apply on NWIRP's Jobs & Internships webpage: https://www.nwirp.org/join/jobs-internships/ Staff Attorney roles are exempt, with annual salary ranging from a minimum $78,132.50--for a beginning attorney with no experience--to a maximum of $143,504.81, depending on experience. The Valerie Zukin Memorial Fellowship offers a $15,000 stipend over the course of a summer. The NWIRP Summer 2024 Law Student internships in Tacoma and Seattle are unpaid; with the Granger and Wenatchee, WA internships eligible for an approx $6300 stipend.
NWIRP is proud to be a unionized employer, and full-time positions are covered by NWIRP’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. For FT employees, NWIRP offers a generous benefits package, including:
● Fully paid health, vision & dental plans for employee-level coverage with employer-funded HRA and HSA options
● FSA and Dependent Care accounts
● Employer contribution of 3% to 403(b) retirement plan
● Generous paid health-related leave (12 days per year)
● Generous paid vacation (16 days during your first year)
● 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 6 months of employment, plus the ability to extend with State-paid leave
● 14 paid Holidays with the ability to float 5 holidays
● Subsidized transit pass if based out of Seattle
● Employer-paid disability/life/AD&D coverage; Long-term care insurance
● 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of employment at NWIRP
● Eligibility to earn compensatory time
● New employees may be eligible for relocation benefits, per the CBA.
