Job ID: 757945 DESCRIPTION
Are you looking for new challenges in a fast-paced, innovative company? Come make history with Amazon’s legal department! Every day across the world we are developing the ideas, products, and services that make life better for tens of millions of customers. From providing Earth’s biggest selection of products to developing ground breaking software and devices, Amazon is a place of invention and progressive thinking. We’re looking for a talented transactional attorney to help support our growing and rapidly evolving Kindle/Digital businesses. In this role, you will work directly with the business, provide day-to-day and strategic advice on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters, and structure, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial transactions. The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, and enjoy being continually challenged. Some travel, domestic and international, may be required.
To apply, please follow the link below: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/jobs/757945/associate-corporate-counsel-kindle-content
Job ID: 770357 DESCRIPTION
Amazon’s Kindle, Web Services and Consumer/B2B retail businesses are seeking talented attorneys for Corporate Counsel positions. These attorneys will partner with the legal team and their business operations clients to achieve operational excellence, ensure compliance with state and federal regulators, consider legal issues of first impression and move strategic deals through to completion. Amazon is a leader in global e-commerce. Our innovative technologies change the way people find, discover and buy products and services. Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Our work is intellectually challenging and exciting. Developing innovative solutions to novel legal questions is part of our daily business. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required.
To apply, please follow the link below: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/jobs/770357/corporate-counsel
We are strongly united in the knowledge that only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can employees of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the Office. We now invite you to consider joining the AGO and applying for the following opportunities.
Click on the link below to access full position descriptions and qualifications for each opportunity. You can also visit the state's centralized recruitment site at www.careers.wa.gov. For information about the AGO, visit www.atg.wa.gov.
AAG - Regional Services Division in Yakima (DL: 1/4/19) Closes tonight!
AAG - Spokane Division's Labor and Industries Section (DL: 1/10/19)
Division Chief - University of Washington Division in Seattle (DL: 1/13/19)
AAG - Social and Health Services Division in Olympia/Tumwater (DL: 1/16/19)
AAG - Regional Services Division in Port Angeles (DL: 1/16/19)
AAG - Torts Division in Olympia/Tumwater (DL: 1/21/19)
Open: 12/11/2018 – 01/07/2019
Salary: $96,970 to $126,062 per year
The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to military and veterans’ law, in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context.
The Legislative Attorney prepares objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive and background memoranda and reports on legal issues of national significance; provides personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on legal issues throughout the legislative process; and participates in or leads team research projects and seminars. The incumbent is expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide legal analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.
Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding military and veterans’ law, in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial.
The position’s primary focus is the broad area of military and veterans’ law, in particular. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of constitutional and administrative law and statutory interpretation.
CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must applyhttps://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/519125700.
Open: 11/15/2018 – 01/10/2019
Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding constitutional law in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial. The position’s primary focus is the broad area of constitutional law. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of administrative law and statutory interpretation.
Open: 11/14/2018 – 1/10/2019
Salary: $134,789 to $164,200 per year
The Section Research Manager (Supervisory Attorney) for the Congressional Research Service (CRS) leads a section of high-performing legislative attorneys who provide written and oral advice to Members of Congress and their staff on legal issues of interest to Congress involving all facets of American public law with an emphasis on nationally significant questions of constitutional law, administrative law, and statutory interpretation.
Manages legal advice provided to Congress, leads staff of attorneys, and advises the Assistant Director and Deputy Assistant Director. Ensures that legal research and analysis is conducted in a collaborative manner, reflects the congressional agenda, and is relevant to congressional policy making. Leads, plans, organizes and coordinates legal research, including major projects related to sensitive or complex public policies of national or international significance, which can be multidisciplinary in nature. Ensures that legal advice provided is of the highest quality and meets CRS' standards of objectivity, timeliness, authoritativeness, and accessibility, while maintaining attorney-client confidentiality. Critically reviews legal research and analysis to ensure that it is of the highest quality; is accurate, well-organized, and cogent; meets professional and service standards; adheres to CRS guidelines; and is responsive to the legislative needs of Members and committees of Congress. Establishes and maintains relationships with Members and committees of Congress.
Directly supervises attorneys in the section and may, as directed by the Assistant/Deputy Assistant Director, coordinate legal research and analysis on other projects and initiatives involving members of the American Law Division. Leads staff toward meeting the Library’s and CRS’s vision, mission, and goals by managing performance, communicating effectively, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, building and maintaining relationships, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, thinking systematically and inspiring change. Exhibits commitment to the Library’s Supervisor Core Competencies.
Contributes to and helps develop CRS-wide strategic goals and priorities. Communicates those goals and priorities to staff. Oversees implementation of CRS-wide policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines by staff. Effectively communicates management initiatives to staff and ensures that staff can acclimate to the changing needs of Congress and the CRS research community. Conveys to senior management information and concerns from staff. Performs supervisory functions relative to section staff.
The Research Manager’s responsibilities will include:
Candidates with management experience in intensive legal environments (e.g., law firms, federal agencies), who have strong interpersonal skills, and are capable of leading a highly motivated, talented team of attorneys committed to providing Congress nonpartisan, authoritative, objective legal analysis are encouraged to apply. Prior experience as a judicial clerk on a federal or state court benefits any candidate.
CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must applyhttps://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/516764200.
Open: 11/09/2018 – 01/11/2019
The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to business law, with a focus on tax and bankruptcy law issues, in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context.
Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding business law, including tax and/or bankruptcy law, in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial. The position’s primary focus is the broad area of business law, with a focus on tax and bankruptcy law, in particular. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of constitutional and administrative law and statutory interpretation.
CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply onlinehttps://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/516565600.
Open: 12/18/2018 – 01/15/2019
The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to criminal law in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context.
The Legislative Attorney prepares objective, non-partisan analytical studies and descriptive and background memoranda and reports on legal issues of national significance; provides personal consultation and assistance to congressional committees, Members, and staff on legal issues throughout the legislative process; and participates in or leads team research projects and seminars. The Legislative Attorney is expected to develop over time the skills necessary to provide legal analysis and consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff at increasingly sophisticated levels.
Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding criminal law in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial.
The position’s primary focus is the broad area of criminal law. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of statutory interpretation and constitutional and administrative law.
CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply onlinehttps://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/519928300.
Land Use Associate – Real Estate and Land Use – Job #A20181126B
The Seattle and Bellevue offices of Perkins Coie LLP are seeking an associate attorney with 2-6 years of land use experience to join our Real Estate/Land Use practice group. Our practice focuses on land use and related project development entitlements for the full range of real estate development projects. The successful candidate is required to have an excellent law school academic record, superior legal writing and oral advocacy skills, and an enthusiasm for the practice of land use law. Prior work experience in public or private sector land use or municipal law, including permitting and/or land use litigation is preferred.
To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, references and a brief writing sample.
https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/real-estate-land-use-associate-attorney-job-a20181126b-bellevue.html
Real Estate Associate– Real Estate and Land Use – Job #A20181125B
The Seattle and Bellevue offices of Perkins Coie are seeking an associate attorney with 2-6 years of real estate experience to join our Real Estate/Land Use practice group. Our practice focuses on leasing, real estate due diligence, acquisitions and dispositions, and development. The successful candidate is required to have an excellent law school academic record, superior legal writing and drafting skills, and an enthusiasm for the practice of real estate law.
To apply, please access the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, references, and a brief writing sample.
https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/real-estate-land-use-associate-attorney-job-a20181125b-bellevue.html
Financial Transactions Senior Attorney – Job #A20181202
The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking a Senior Attorney with at least two years of legal experience, with transactional experience preferred, to join our Financial Transactions practice group. The ideal candidate will have legal experience handling business transactions, project management and process management. Legal experience in lending and real estate transactions is preferred, but not required. This is a non-partnership track position. All candidates must have strong academic credentials and be members of the Washington State Bar.
To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.
https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/financial-transactions-senior-attorney-job-a20181202-seattle-wa.html
Tableau is hiring a Compliance Program Manager in our Seattle, Washington headquarters to drive compliance and legal initiatives.
The Legal Compliance Program Manager will manage our multi-year compliance program for several program areas, including anti-corruption, trade controls, and other important compliance areas. We are looking for a detail-oriented, agile candidate with the agility to manage multiple priorities and initiatives, skill to delivers timely and meaningful results, and positive attitude that will roll with shifting priorities and a willingness to jump into new projects.
