• The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an associate with up to three years of legal experience to join its Product Liability practice group. Excellent academic credentials are required and experience in a federal clerkship is preferred. To apply, please click on the link and attach your cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.  Principals only.

• Washington Defender Association

  Immigration Project Resource Attorney Position Opening

   

  Looking for an exciting new advocacy opportunity? Washington Defender Association is looking for an experienced public defender or immigrant rights attorney to join our team. WDA is the voice of the public defense community throughout Washington. WDA provides defenders with direct support to ensure high quality legal representation, educates defenders and other institutional stakeholders and collaborates with communities to advocate for systemic change in the criminal legal system.

   

  In 1999, WDA established our Immigration Project to defend and advance the rights of noncitizens accused of crimes. Since inception, we have consulted in over 25,000 cases to assist defenders to comply with their constitutional Padilla duties, participated in more than 300 trainings and collaborated with community and institutional partners to advance key systemic change on local regional and national levels. We’re looking for an experienced (4-7 years) public defender or immigrant rights attorney to join our team. We will provide you with training and support to build the immigration and/or criminal legal expertise necessary to be part of our team. You will work with our team to:

   

• ·        Provide case assistance and training to public defenders representing non-citizen clients;
• ·        Create criminal-immigration tools and resources to assist defenders in their cases; and
• ·        Engage with public defender offices across the state to develop strategies and policies that support and empower effective assistance of their clients and advance systemic change
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The position is based in WDA’s Seattle office and requires some travel, primarily throughout Washington. WDA is a signatory to the acknowledgements and commitments of the Washington Race Equity and Justice Initiative and is actively engaged in ongoing alignment with them. NOTE: WDA staff are working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic and no in-person training or travel will be required until COVID restrictions are lifted.  Post-COVID residency in Washington State will be required; relocation to Seattle (where WDA’s office is located) is negotiable. The full job description and application details may be found HERE or at www.defensenet.org. 

 

SNOHOMISH COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | REPORTS TO: BOARD OF TRUSTEES

WHO IS SCBA? The Snohomish County Bar Association (SCBA) is an association of attorneys which seeks to: provide a means of exchange of information of interest to its members; provide substantive legal education through speakers, CLE courses and other programming; create social engagement amongst its membership and the local community for networking and other professional opportunities; promote professionalism, service to the public (including pro bono representation) and furtherance of bench-bar relations; and perform any other activities that will enhance the practice of law within Snohomish County.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and organized executive director who possesses strong leadership skills and will be responsible for promoting and running the Snohomish County Bar Association, which currently consists of 632 members.

Other major duties and responsibilities include:

ADMINISTRATION  Consult with Board of Trustees regarding Association’s priorities and implement activities in accordance with the Board policies.  Prepare agendas and documentation for meetings with the Board of Trustees.  Meet with the Board of Trustees on their regular monthly meeting schedule.  Establish and coordinate administrative procedures in keeping with board policies.  Ensure that the Association complies with all relevant federal, state, and local laws.  Assist attorneys and the public as needed when they contact the Bar Association Office.  Keep member attorneys advised of recent developments related to the practice of law within the county.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT  Directly and indirectly responsible for the coordination of the staff, including hiring, supervising, evaluating, and terminating of regular, part time and contract staff.  Recommend proposals to the Personal Committee regarding staffing levels, salaries, and benefits.  Ensure that the current staff policy and procedures is maintained.  Provide on-going attention to diversity issues in hiring, development, and retention of staff.

FISCAL DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT  Coordinate with the financial committee to develop a budget for the Association.  Coordinate with the Board of Trustees to oversee the implementation of the budget.  Ensure annual financial records in compliance with tax laws and policies.

BOARD RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT  Assist Board Committee in developing appropriate orientation for new Board members, Board structure, and policies and procedures.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS  Maintain community relations (will serve as Association’s primary spokesperson to media and other community organizations).

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS  Reports to Board of Trustees.  Serves as Ex Officio member of Personal and Finance Committees.  Supervises staff and contract personnel.  Serves as liaison between the Association and the community.

WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION? Starting annual salary range of $60,000 - $75,000 (DOE).

WANT TO APPLY? Please send resumé, cover letter and a list of references to: ApplicationsSCBA@gmail.com. Applications received by November 1, 2020, will receive priority consideration. Applications will be screened by members of the board. The most qualified candidates will then be invited to interview. An offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks.

Real Estate Partner/Lateral Associate: Seattle

 

The Seattle office of Van Ness Feldman LLP is seeking experienced real estate attorneys to join our dynamic team.  For more than 40 years, our real estate group has been involved in some of the region’s most significant real property transactions, including acquisition, development, finance, commercial leasing, management of large due diligence evaluations, structuring of multi-property acquisitions, regulatory analysis, compliance, and mitigation.  A portable practice and a historical track record of strong client relationships is desirable.  Confidential inquiries can be sent to Saira Rhodes at slr@vnf.com

 

Litigation Lateral Associate: Seattle

 

The Seattle office of Van Ness Feldman LLP is seeking an experienced environmental/land-use litigation associate. The candidate should have experience with litigation pertaining to state and federal environmental and/or land use statutes and regulations, such as the National Environmental Policy Act; State Environmental Policy Act; Land Use Petition Act; Growth Management Act; Clean Water Act; Endangered Species Act; the Clean Air Act; and, related statutes. Candidates should have significant experience representing public and private sector clients in state and federal court and in administrative hearings at the local, state or federal levels. Strong independent writing and research skills are required. Please send cover letter and resume to Saira Rhodes, slr@vnf.com

 

Land Use/Natural Resources Lateral Associate: Seattle

The Seattle office of Van Ness Feldman LLP is seeking a land use/natural resources associate to join our dynamic team. Candidates should have experience in permitting, regulatory compliance/enforcement, and/or litigation federal and/or state environmental laws, such as the National Environmental Protection Act, the State Environmental Protection Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the Clean Water Act, or local zoning codes and plans. Preferred experience includes handling complex land use matters, including representation before local land use boards, tribunals, and other administrative agencies. Superior analytical, drafting, client communication skills, sense of humor, and Washington State Bar are required. Confidential inquiries can be sent to Saira Rhodes at slr@vnf.com  

 

The Seattle office of Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C. is seeking an experienced municipal attorney. OMW is a mid-size, multi-specialty firm primarily serving Pacific Northwest clients for over 100 years. We take pride in providing exceptional legal services while creating a professional and friendly culture.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative, team approach to the delivery of legal services and is seeking applicants with strong municipal law experience, developed research, writing and advocacy skills, superior academic credentials, and the ability to work closely with multiple attorneys and staff.

This position is anticipated to serve as City Attorney to multiple client municipalities. Candidates must be well versed in all facets of municipal law, including but not limited to land use/zoning matters; labor and employment issues; public records and open government requirements; public bidding and contracting; and municipal ethics.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience, preferably as a lead attorney with a city, county, public utility or other governmental entity. The position involves the following responsibilities:

• Support and advise City Council, Mayor, City staff members and local boards/commissions;

• Research and analyze complex issues;

• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, agenda bills, policies and procedures;

• Provide telephonic and email advice to clients as needed;

• Counsel to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws;

• Attend meetings of the City Council, boards and commissions;

• Communicate with prospective and existing clients in a professional, timely and courteous manner;

• Represent municipal clients in judicial litigation and in administrative appeals, hearings and other proceedings;

• Negotiate/draft/review of contracts, deeds, leases, bid documents and bonds, easements, interlocal agreements, and other documents.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills

• Team-oriented, while remaining self-motivated

• Attention to detail

• Display of ownership with job responsibilities

• Quick learner who demonstrates initiative and follow-through OMW is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, vendors and clients.

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, life insurance, an employee assistance program and long-term disability.

Additionally, this is an opportunity to work with a terrific group of attorneys and staff in a professional and fun work environment. Applicant must have a Washington State bar license. Please submit your cover letter and resume to Shari Tipp at stipp@omwlaw.com

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Antitrust, Consumer Protection & Unfair Competition group in the Seattle or Washington, DC office.  Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, a J.D. from a top-tier law school, and 3-5 years of antitrust litigation and/or antitrust counseling experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm or at the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice or the Federal Trade Commission.  Strong oral and written communication skills are required.  Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.  To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample.  Principals only.

 

Please apply here: https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/antitrust-associate-attorney-midlevel-job-a20200905-seattle.html

 

Legal Voice is hiring!

Position: Contract Lobbyist

Reports to: Advocacy Director 

Position status: Part-time, Consultant

About Legal Voice: Legal Voice pursues justice for all women and LGBTQ people in the Northwest, through groundbreaking litigation, legislative advocacy, and legal rights education. As a progressive feminist organization with an intersectional approach to gender justice, Legal Voice practices community lawyering, centering the most impacted community voices across all levels of our advocacy, and rooting all our work in our race equity values.

Position summary: In partnership with the program team, Legal Voice’s contract lobbyist will serve as the primary representative in Olympia tasked with advancing our legislative and administrative agenda, maintaining and cultivating relationships with elected officials and agency staff, and developing strategies in collaboration with BIPOC communities and other impacted groups to understand and elevate community priorities and advance legislative goals.

To apply: Review the full position description and application instructions here: www.legalvoice.org/job-opportunities

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital - Associate Attorney – Midlevel to Senior

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital

Job #A20200301 – Seattle, Washington

 

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an experienced associate to join its market-leading Corporate group. The group's clients range from early stage startups to mature industry leaders and include many of the region's premier venture-backed and public companies. The group is experiencing strong growth and has particular need in the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice. Candidates should have solid academic credentials and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial office environment while working closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters at a national level.  To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.  Midlevel to Senior ECVC

Los Angeles/San Francisco

Media & Entertainment Associate - Junior-Level - Los Angeles

Media Litigation Associate – Mid-Level – Los Angeles

Employment Associate or Counsel – Senior-Level – Los Angeles or San Francisco

Employment Associate – Mid-Level – Los Angeles or San Francisco

Commercial Litigation Associate – Junior to Mid-Level – Los Angeles

 

Seattle

Employment Associate – Mid to Senior-Level

Employment Associate – Junior-Level (Recent grads are welcome to apply!)

Banking & Financial Services Transactional Associate – Mid-Level

Technology Transactions Associate – Junior-Level

 

Portland

Employment Associate – Junior-Level

 

Click here to see a list of all other available Associate opportunities.

Job #:              2020-27

Status:             Regular, Full-Time

Location:         Olympia, Washington

Salary:             Range 52:  $50,256 — $65,928 per year (DOQ)

Opens:            September 28, 2020

Closes:            October 12, 2020

This position provides project assistance to the Office of Guardianship and Elder Services staff in planning, coordinating and implementing various court improvement programs, projects and initiatives, and implementation of court-related legislation. Some duties will include tracking contracts and applications, managing files and records, data entry and report development, providing technical assistance to the public with applications, trainings, recertification, contract renewal. The position takes independent initiative and responsibility for providing on-going project/program assistance and coordination within assigned area of expertise and responsibility. Work is periodically reviewed. Receives direction for specific assignments from senior staff. Guidance is available for new or unusual situations. Detailed information (scope of responsibility, essential activities, and key competencies, etc.) can be found by viewing the Job Description at Washington Courts Careers, under Current Openings, click on Washington Courts and the Announcement.