Job Description

The Family Law group at Reed Longyear is seeking an associate attorney to join our practice. Applicants should have practical knowledge of family law litigation and strong research and writing skills. Applicants must be capable of handling a variety of cases with confidence. The ideal candidate will have specific experience with litigation, dissolution/legal separation, parentage, non-parent custody/minor guardianship, modification of parenting plan/support and domestic violence protection orders. Three to five years’ experience of representing clients in family law litigation is necessary. The preferred candidate will have a personal book of business sufficient to show an ability to source and manage clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Meeting with clients to analyze and discuss legal issues and litigation strategy
• Drafting and responding to family law motions of all types
• Drafting and responding to discovery issues, including depositions
• Representing clients in court hearings, trial, arbitration or mediation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Membership and good standing with the Washington State Bar Association
• 3-5 years’ experience in family law litigation (preferred)
• Qualified applicants should have experience with practice management software, support calculation software and legal research platforms
• Familiarity with litigation procedure in neighboring counties (Pierce, Snohomish)

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS: All attorneys and staff practice safe COVID-19 protocols. Our firm is temporarily operating semi-remotely due to COVID-19.

Company Description

We are a well-established and long-standing general practice firm in downtown Seattle with strong ties to the local community. We are close to transit centers, ferries, and the King County courthouse. We offer a competitive pay structure that rewards self-starters and hard workers, good benefits, and a low turnover rate. This firm is an ideal place for independent lawyers who want to grow their practice or apply solid skills to a new field.