Mid-Level Class Action Associate Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Seattle is seeking a Mid-Level Class Action Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably from an AmLaw 100 firm, to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess superior writing, research, and analytical skills, with a strong academic background and class action defense experience being highly preferred.

Duties:

• Handle class action defense, complex commercial litigation, securities, and consumer litigation matters.
• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in digital/virtual conference calls; participating in meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of litigation experience, preferably gained at an AmLaw 100 firm.
• Superior writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience with class action defense is highly preferred.
• Strong academic background from nationally recognized schools.
• Previous federal clerkship is a plus.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple matters and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office suite.

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