Contract Litigation Attorney (remote)

Min 5 yrs required

Contract, Part-time

No

Job ID: 2176



H1: Contract Litigation Attorney (Remote)

H2: Join the DWTSurge Team at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Law Firm Seeking Litigation Attorney for Remote Engagement through Alternative Staffing Program

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, a leading national law firm, is currently seeking a mid to senior-level litigation attorney for a contract position through its alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. This remote position will support the litigation group and focus on handling litigation and arbitration matters for a large corporate client. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience with a mid-sized or large law firm, active bar admission in one of the listed states, and a strong ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities:

Case management and attendance at remote hearings on a weekly basis
Drafting briefings using templates and making settlement recommendations
Regular communication with the client
Ability to work with a high level of independence and exercise good judgment

Requirements:

5+ years of litigation experience with mid-sized or large law firm
Active bar admission in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WDC
Experience attending and managing hearings independently
Strong client service abilities and excellent legal drafting and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

This is a contract position that will start part-time with the potential to increase to full-time after a trial and training period. The hourly range for this position is $90 to $125 per/hour, with the potential for additional benefits once hours increase to over 29 hours per week. The contract term is initially for 6 months, with the possibility of renewal for successful candidates.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

At Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value and embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members and strive to create a culture where all individuals can thrive. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to providing the best possible service to our clients and building strong and lasting connections within our firm and communities. To support this vision, we request that candidates voluntarily provide demographic information, which will be kept confidential and only accessible to authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments.

To Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at . Please note that third-party submissions will not be accepted for this position.

Join the DWTSurge team and become a part of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are dedicated to providing exceptional client service and are looking for candidates who share our commitment. Apply now and start your journey with us!

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401(k), paid sick leave, medical benefits (once hours increase), First Stop Health Telemedicine, TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Milk Stork, Wellness Benefits (Peloton App, Headspace App)

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Litigation, Corporate, Drafting, Case Management, Hearings, Client Service, Legal Drafting, Communication Skills, Oral & Written Advocacy, Attention to Detail, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Document Review, Motion Practice, Depositions & Discovery, Trial Preparation & Litigation Support, Witness Preparation

Juris Doctorate Degree

Send resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at .

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