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  • 03/27/2024 9:51 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    Position title: Senior Environmental Attorney
    Position location: Other - ANC, SDO, SFO, SAC, WDC, BOI, MSP, PDX, SLC, SEA
    Application Link: https://stoelselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=15&FilterJobID=397



    Job Description:
    About Stoel Rives and the Environment, Land Use and Natural Resources Practice

    Expanding our environmental and natural resources expertise is one of Stoel Rives' priorities in its strategic plan, and our nationally recognized Environment, Land Use and Natural Resources practice is a key source of our strength. We represent major businesses in the manufacturing, agricultural, forest products, mining, oil & gas, and renewable energy industries. As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to build and maintain strong relationships with agency officials and industry associations and you will have the opportunity to work on interesting, long-term projects with established clients.
    If you are interested in working with a group of collaborative, hard-working, and dedicated lawyers and staff, this is the place for you.

    Role Overview

    Stoel Rives is seeking an Environmental Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join the environmental section of its Environment, Land Use and Natural Resources practice. This position may be based in any one of our 10 offices. All candidates should have experience in matters involving state and federal cleanup of contaminated sites, and/or compliance with environmental laws. The ideal candidate will enjoy complex legal and factual analysis requiring problem solving and critical thinking.

    This attorney will support our clients to meet their everyday environmental law-related needs, including compliance (e.g., chemical reporting, stormwater management, and waste characterization and disposal), cleanup work, responding to government information requests, investigations and enforcement actions, and citizen suit/toxic tort defense. This attorney will also advise clients on the environmental aspects of real estate and corporate transactions including identifying and allocating environmental risks, negotiating and drafting environmental provisions of transaction documents, and obtaining and reviewing environmental site assessments and other diligence materials.

    All our attorneys gain exceptional first-hand experience on sophisticated legal matters through their work with other lawyers and clients involving a variety of complex and cutting-edge issues pertaining to natural resources, wildlife, and environmental laws.

    Skills Needed to Be Effective in This Role

    We pride ourselves in forming diverse teams with a wide array of interpersonal and professional attributes. We don't expect any one person to embody all of these skills, but the list below describes our ideal team player. If you have many of these skills, and are enthusiastic to learn, we encourage you to apply.

    *               Environmental compliance and/or cleanup experience and interest as described in the "Role Overview" section above;
    *               Strong communication and writing skills, including the ability to listen actively, think critically, and communicate complex concepts concisely to multiple audiences;
    *               Excellent judgment and ability to make clear decisions;
    *               Ability to prioritize and execute tasks for multiple complex projects simultaneously;
    *               Self-starter with a commitment to excellence;
    *               Desire to invest in yourself and your career;
    *               Desire to develop client relationships;
    *               Detail oriented and ability to produce client-ready documents;
    *               JD from an accredited university;
    *               Community engagement; and
    *               Membership in good standing in the AK, CA, DC, ID, MN, OR, UT or WA bar (required)

    Stoel Rives: Part of Our Team

    At Stoel Rives, we offer a unique lateral integration program that has deepened our relationships and connections with our lateral lawyers, while providing them resources and information necessary for success.

    How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives: Compensation, Benefits, and More!

    The pay range for this position is $245,000+; however, the base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. This salary range is based on market location.

    In addition to base compensation, Stoel Rives has a total rewards program that includes an annual discretionary bonus and rich benefits offerings. For example, our benefits offerings include paid family & medical leave (and an on/off-ramp program for expecting parents), unlimited PTO, a flexible schedule program, remote work options, and a sabbatical program for eligible attorneys. We also offer competitive and robust medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA, and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options. We also provide a generous firm-contributed health savings account and a pre-tax transportation/ parking plan. To help meet billable hour expectations, we also allow up to 50 hours of billable credit for diversity, equity, and inclusion-related activities, as well as an additional up to 50 hours for pro bono activities (Associates, Of Counsel, and Staff Attorneys only).

    We are also proud participants of the ABA Well-Being Pledge, strongly believing that the well-being of our employees is paramount to the success of the firm. In addition, the firm's Culture Committee supports the firm's mission, vision, and values in bringing together spectacular client service and job satisfaction.

    What We Are Doing to Ensure a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Environment

    Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting and retaining lawyers with different backgrounds and life experiences. This makes us better and happier as people, as an organization, and as legal advisers. We are proud to offer many engagement opportunities including a firmwide DE&I Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle.

    We proudly partner with Diversity Lab<https://www.diversitylab.com/> to implement innovative programs to advance Stoel Rives' DE&I goals, including the aggressive metrics-based goals we've adopted as one of five founding Move the Needle Fund<https://www.mtnfund2025.com/> firms. Our efforts with Diversity Lab include certification under the Mansfield Rule, to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in our firm's leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for opportunities.

  • 03/27/2024 9:50 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    Columbia Legal Services seeks a full-time Litigation Director to lead our statewide litigation work that seeks to dismantle the structures that perpetuate poverty, racism, and other injustices in Washington, particularly the mass incarceration and immigration systems. This position will work in close collaboration with our Policy Director and our Advocacy-Equity & Community Relationships Director to align our advocacy around our values and strategic goals, as well as to support equitable supervision throughout our advocacy program. 

     

    • Can be based out of any CLS office: Seattle, Yakima, Kennewick, Wenatchee, Olympia
    • With 5-10 years of directly relevant experience, $91,806 - $101,744

     

    Application priority date is April 5.

     


  • 03/21/2024 9:37 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    The AGO is committed to providing excellent, independent, and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and to protecting the rights of its people.  It is essential to our mission to create and maintain a workplace that is diverse, respectful, inclusive, anti-racist and composed of the best legal talent available. You can review the AGO’s Mission, Vision, Values and Anti-Racist Commitment on our website.  If you share our vision and have a desire to do important work that makes a difference for our community, then we invite you to consider applying for the following opportunities.

     

    For information about the AGO, visit www.atg.wa.gov. Click on the links below to access full position descriptions and qualifications for each of these opportunities, visit the state's centralized recruitment site at www.careers.wa.gov. We encourage registration to our attorney e-mail subscription service.

     

    AAG – Education Division, Olympia or Seattle (DL: 3/17/24)

    AAG – Criminal Justice Division, Seattle/Spokane (DL: 4/11/24) New!

    AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Seattle (Open continuous, first review 3/19/24) New!

    AAG – Children, Youth, and Families Division, Tumwater (Open continuous)

    AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima (Open continuous)

    AAG – Medicaid Fraud Control Division, Olympia & Seattle (Open continuous)

    AAG – Labor & Personnel Division, Tumwater (Open continuous)

    AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima (Open continuous)

    AAG – Regional Services Division Kennewick (Open continuous)

    AAG – Regional Services Division, Yakima or Wenatchee (Open continuous)

    AAG – Tacoma Division’s Social & Health Services Section (Open continuous)

    AAG – Corrections Division’s Civil Rights Unit, Olympia (Open continuous)

    AAG – Social & Health Services Division, Behavioral Health Section, Olympia (Open continuous)

     

     

    * * * * * * * * * * * *

    Salaries for the AAG positions listed above are set between $74,520 – 139,572 annually. Salary for the Managing AAG positions listed above is set between $78,240 – 146,556.  The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.  

     

    The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy life-work balance as well as a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:

     

    • A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans
    • Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
    • Transparent salary schedule - AAG salaries are set between $74,520 – 139,572.  The exact amount is set in accordance with Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.  Positions located in King County are eligible for 5% King County Assignment Pay.
    • The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA.
    • Flex schedules and telecommuting options
    • A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment
    • Health and wellness program
    • Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide 

     

    * * * * * * * * * * * *

    The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.


  • 03/21/2024 9:35 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    The Staff Attorney will assist LEAD participants in a widely-varied legal practice, ranging from criminal and eviction defense to family law and public benefits work. Although diverse/eclectic legal experience is very valuable, the most important characteristics applicants can possess are the ability to work independently and efficiently learn new legal practice areas, strong legal research and writing skills, and strong instinctive advocacy ability. The Staff Attorney may also assist with impact and appellate litigation, and policy advocacy as needs arise. Qualified candidates will enjoy developing creative legal and policy approaches to address the harms created by conventional responses to crime and public order issues.

     

    All the details. . .

  • 03/21/2024 9:34 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in positively contributing to Justice and hope that you will consider joining the dedicated public servants at the Department of Justice.  To learn more about Justice and our legal careers, please visit our website at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers.

  • 03/21/2024 9:33 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    Please see details about the opportunities below at:  https://nwjustice.org/careers

     

     

    ·         Staff Attorney – Bellingham/Mt Vernon

    ·         Staff Attorney – Vancouver – VOCA

    ·         Temporary Staff Attorney – Vancouver

    ·         Managing Attorney – Native American Unit

    ·         Staff Attorney – Quincy

    ·         Staff Attorney – Tri-Cities – Eviction Prevention Unit


  • 03/21/2024 9:32 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)
    Northwest Immigrant Rights Project is pleased to offer full-time, permanent Staff Attorney and Legal Advocate openings in the following programs across our Granger, Seattle, Tacoma and Wenatchee locations:


    Staff Attorneys - Unaccompanied Children Program (Seattle and Wenatchee, WA)

    (minimum annual salary  $78,132 to maximum $143,504, depending on experience)


    Staff Attorney - Citizenship and Naturalization Unit (Seattle)

    (minimum annual salary  $80,771 to maximum $143,504, depending on experience  )


    Legal Advocates - Unaccompanied Children Program (Granger, Tacoma, and Wenatchee, WA)

    (minimum $36.55 per hour to maximum $62.21 per hour)


    We are also hiring for a: 

    Temporary Front Desk Coordinator / Office Manager (Wenatchee, WA)

    (minimum $36.55 per hour to maximum $62.21 per hour)


    Most positions require bilingual language skills. 


    Compensation includes generous benefits--such as fully-paid medical and dental insurance for individual coverage; automatic employer contributions to a 403b; generous time off; basic life & AD&D and LTD insurance; etc. 



    Please see specific job descriptions, including benefit details and links to apply, on our Careers page

    https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/90199.careers?CareersSearch


    Applications requested by April 3, 2024, but will be accepted until positions are filled.


  • 03/21/2024 9:31 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    Job title: Construction & Design Associate 

    Location: Seattle, WA

    Application link: https://stoelselfapply.viglobalcloud.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx?FilterREID=2&FilterJobCategoryID=15&FilterJobID=381

    Job description:

    About Stoel Rives and the Real Estate Practice

    With approximately 45 attorneys, Stoel Rives has one of the largest real estate and construction practices on the west coast. Our attorneys pride themselves on providing companies in the real estate development industry with strategic and practical legal advice. As a member of the Real Estate and Construction team, you can look forward to being part of a dynamic practice with other lawyers and professionals who thrive in a stimulating, collaborative environment.

    Role Overview


    The Seattle office of Stoel Rives is seeking an associate with 2+ years of sophisticated construction law experience for its Construction and Design subgroup. You will work on a number of construction and design contracts, using different project delivery systems, as well as a wide variety of litigation matters related to construction projects, both public and private.

    Members of our team can expect to benefit from involvement in the local business community and major development projects, high quality mentoring and training, cross-office collaboration, and meaningful client contact. 

    The Skills Needed to Be Effective in This Role

    We pride ourselves in forming diverse teams with a wide array of interpersonal and professional attributes. We don’t expect any one person to embody all of these skills, but the below serves to describe our ideal team player. If you have most of these skills, and are enthusiastic to learn, we encourage you to apply. 

    •               2+ years of sophisticated construction law experience, including on industrial, multi-family, commercial, and large residential development matters;
    •               Strong interpersonal skills such as ability to develop and nurture relationships with colleagues, clients and industry partners;
    •               Excellent written and oral communication skills;
    •               Detail orientation and pride in your work;
    •               Good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance;
    •               Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn;
    •               Self-motivation and desire to build a positive reputation for yourself and your firm;
    •               A commitment to client service and team success;
    •               Prior clerkship experience at the appellate or federal level;
    •               JD from an accredited university; and
    •               Active membership in or commitment to applying for the Washington State Bar.


    Stoel Rives: Part of Our Team

    A broader question you may have is, “How will this position enhance my legal skills and career trajectory?”  At Stoel Rives, we offer a unique lateral integration program and core competency model that are designed to provide a roadmap of the practical skills, abilities, and client service techniques our lawyers need to succeed and progress at the firm.  We also established a New Lawyer Integration Program that has deepened our relationships and connections with our new lawyers, while providing them with the mentoring, resources, and information necessary for success.

    How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives: Compensation, Benefits, and More! 

    The pay range for this position in the State of Washington is $195,000 - $245,000; however, the base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. This information is provided per Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. This salary range is based on market location.

    In addition to base compensation, Stoel Rives has a total rewards program that includes an annual discretionary bonus and rich benefits offerings.  For example, our benefits offerings include paid family & medical leave (and an on/off-ramp program for expecting parents), unlimited PTO, a flexible schedule program, remote work options, and a sabbatical program for eligible attorneys.  We also offer competitive and robust medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA, and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options.  We also provide a generous firm-contributed health savings account and a pre-tax transportation/parking plan.  To help meet billable hour expectations, we also allow up to 50 hours of billable credit for diversity, equity, and inclusion-related activities, as well as an additional up to 50 hours for pro bono activities.  

    We are also proud participants of the ABA Well-Being Pledge, strongly believing that the well-being of our employees is paramount to the success of the firm. In addition, the firm’s Culture Committee supports the firm’s mission, vision, and values in bringing together spectacular client service and job satisfaction.  

    What We Are Doing to Ensure A Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Environment

    Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting and retaining lawyers with different backgrounds and life experiences. This makes us better and happier as people, as an organization, and as legal advisers. We are proud to offer many engagement opportunities including a firmwide DE&I Committee, Associates Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle.

    We proudly partner with Diversity Lab to implement innovative programs to advance Stoel Rives’ DE&I goals, including the aggressive metrics-based goals we’ve adopted as one of five founding Move the Needle Fund firms. Our efforts with Diversity Lab include certification under the Mansfield Rule, to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in our firm’s leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for opportunities.


  • 03/21/2024 9:30 AM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    The Washington Appellate Project, is seeking a Staff Attorney. They are a nonprofit that provides high quality representation to indigent clients appealing criminal convictions, civil commitments, or terminations of parental rights.

    Here is a link to the job posting: https://washapp.org/job-openings/


  • 03/10/2024 1:38 PM | WWL Admin (Administrator)

    Summary

    King County Superior Court is seeking qualified applicants for a Family Law Court Commissioner position.  The Court is one of the nation's largest trial courts, serving the country's 12th most populous county.  Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, King County Superior Court is nationally recognized for innovation.

    Family Law Commissioners' duties, in accordance with RCW 2.24.040, RCW 7.105, .580, RCW 26.12.060, RCW 28A.225.095, and RCW 13.04.021, include, but are not limited to, presiding over matters pertaining to Family and/or Juvenile Law and Civil Commitments. Family Law Commissioners hear matters involving self-represented persons as well as persons who are represented; and perform other related duties as assigned by the Presiding Judge.

    This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible. This position is at-will and serves at the pleasure of the court.

    Who May Apply: This position is open to attorneys licensed to practice in Washington State.  Applications may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments.
     
    Work Schedule:  The hours of work may vary but are typically between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at one of the King County Superior Court facilities, with additional reading required outside of regular court hours.

    Work Location: This position may serve in any of the King County Superior Court facilities: King County Courthouse - 516 3rd Ave, Seattle WA 98104; Patricia Clark Children and Family Justice Center – 1211 E. Alder, Seattle, WA 98122; Maleng Regional Justice Center, 401 4th Ave. N., Kent, WA 98032.

    Additional Materials Required:  Please include a resume and cover letter describing how you meet or exceed the requirements for this position.  The following additional documents are required:
       

    • Confirmation of Citizenship form, per RCW  2.24.010 
    • WSBA Release 
    • Criminal Records Background Check form
    Electronic versions of these documents may be found at the link below, under "Commissioner Applicants."
    https://kingcounty.gov/en/court/superior-court/about-superior-court/job-opportunities

    These materials are supplemental to your application. You must still completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you include relevant information only on the resume or cover letter, or if you reference "see resume" on your application.
     
    Please note that you can attach multiple documents to your application. You may:
       1) Copy and paste one or more documents into the text resume section of your application, OR
       2) Attach multiple documents/files in the attachment section of your application.

    Job Duties

    Family Law Commissioners hear family law matters, including but not limited to the following issues:
       

    • Temporary orders, including parenting plans, support, property distribution, and additional issues.
    • Adequate cause for modification of parenting plans
    • Determination of parentage 
    • Child custody 
    • Restraining orders 
    • Civil Protection Orders 
    • Contempt and enforcement
    • Dissolutions of marriage 
    • Legal separations 
    • Other matters as assigned by the Presiding Judge

    Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

    Required Experience, Qualifications, and Knowledge:
    Applicants must meet the U.S. citizenship requirements of RCW 2.24.010. Membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association, with no history of discipline by the Washington State Bar Association, is required.  Must be able to use a personal computer and Microsoft Office programs.

    Knowledge of the judicial system, including applicable law and King County local rules, statutes, legal principles and case precedents, court procedures, King County Superior Court protocols, and King County Superior Court calendaring practices is required.  The ability to objectively identify, analyze, and interpret legal issues, principles, and arguments, direct and control courtroom proceedings in a decisive, orderly, and equitable manner, communicate orally and in writing in a concise and effective manner, exercise appropriate judicial temperament and demeanor, and effectively handle pressure in difficult and unexpected situations by responding in a calm and rational manner, is required. The ability to effectively manage a high-volume court calendar, including the requisite reading and preparation, is required. The ability to proficiently use court-based technology programs, including KC Script and SCOMIS, is required.

    Family Law Commissioner: At least 50% of the applicant's current practice and a minimum of five years of recent experience must be in the area of family law under RCW Title 26; one year or more of experience in the area of Civil Protection Orders under RCW 7.105 (26.50); or experience deemed as equivalent. Familiarity with King County Family Law rules and practice is required.
     

    Supplemental Information

    Special requirements:  The ability to reliably travel throughout the county is required, including to the King County Courthouse - 516 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, and the Maleng Regional Justice Center - 401 4th Avenue N., Kent, WA 98032 on occasion. Finalists are subject to the Washington State Patrol criminal background check and a reference check. Criminal background records are not automatically disqualifying.

    King County Superior Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
    No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

    Selection process:  Application materials will be screened for qualifications and offers will be made to the most competitive candidates.
       
    Union membership:  This position is at-will and is not represented by a union.
     
    If you have questions regarding this position, please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at (206) 477-1536.

    https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/4416466/family-law-court-commissioner


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