King County Superior Court is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the part-time position of Attorney – Unified Family Court. This position will have a standard workweek of 21/hrs.
The salary range for this position is $57.85 - $73.52/hr.
For more information about this opportunity and to apply online, please see the link below. A PDF copy of the opportunity is also attached. The posting will accept applications through January 26, 2026.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingcounty/jobs/5185066/attorney-unified-family-court-part-time
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Summary
King County Superior Court is seeking qualified applicants for a Court Commissioner position in its Ex Parte department. King County Superior 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. It is the vision of KCSC to be open to all, trusted by all, and to provide justice for all. To fulfill Superior Court's Mission, Values, and Vision, employees at all levels serve the complex needs of a diverse population of Court users. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation. At KCSC, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging.
Who may apply: This position is open to attorneys licensed to practice in Washington State. These are at-will positions under the court’s direction
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 the following King County Superior Court facilities: King County Courthouse
- 516 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104; Maleng Regional Justice Center - 401 4th Avenue N., Kent, WA 98032.
Required Application Materials:
1. You must completely fill out the on-line application with your relevant education and work experience.
2. You must include a resumé and a letter of interest describing how you meet or exceed the requirements of the position and the percentage of your practice that involves adult and/or minor guardianship pursuant to the Uniform Guardianship Act, unlawful detainers, probate/TEDRA, and civil protection orders. These materials are supplemental to your application.
3. You must complete and attach the following:
Confirmation of Citizenship form, per RCW 2.24.010
WSBA Release
Criminal Records Background Check form (only complete the "Subject Information" section) 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
Job Duties
Ex Parte: Ex Parte Commissioners hear matters in the Ex Parte Department, including but not limited to the following issues:
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Applicants must meet the 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 effectively use a personal computer, Microsoft Office programs, and the Zoom videoconferencing application. Knowledge of the judicial system 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. At least 50% of the applicant's current practice and five years of recent experience must be in the areas of Adult and Minor Guardianships, Trusts, Estates, and TEDRA. Knowledge of Family Law, Civil Protection Orders, and/or Unlawful Detainer actions is preferred.
The ability to objectively identify, analyze and interpret legal issues, principles and arguments and direct and control courtroom proceedings in a decisive, orderly, equitable and trauma-informed manner is required. A successful candidate will be able to communicate orally and in writing in a concise, professional, and effective manner, exercise appropriate judicial temperament and demeanor, and effectively handle pressure in difficult and unexpected situations by responding in a calm, trauma-informed and rational manner.
The ability to effectively manage a high-volume court calendar involving unrepresented litigants, within appropriate time frames, including the requisite reading and preparation, is required.
The ability to learn to proficiently use court-based technology programs, including KC Script, KCMS, Ex Parte via the Clerk, Orders for Review, and E-Filing is required.
Benefits
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to The ability to utilize a variety of web-based remote platforms to facilitate telephone and video appearances in cases where permitted by these rules, court order, statutes, or other rules of the court is required.
Supplemental Information
Necessary special requirements: The ability to reliably travel throughout the county is required. Finalists are subject to the Washington State Patrol criminal background check and a reference check. Criminal background records are not automatically disqualifying.
Selection process: Application materials will be screened for qualifications and offers will be made to the most competitive candidates.
Union membership: These positions are not represented by a union.
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.
If you have questions regarding this position, please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at 206-477-1536 or visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/.
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Seattle Public Schools General Counsel Position Opening
The General Counsel serves as the principal legal advisor to the School Board, the Superintendent, and senior District administrators; provides expertise in specialized legal areas, including school district governance, labor and employment law, and capital projects; oversees the management of litigation and other adversary proceedings; and supervises staff within the General Counsel’s office, including attorneys, legal assistants, and public records and Risk Management staff.
The General Counsel is expected to exercise sound professional judgment with minimal direction from the Superintendent and School Board, based upon experience and practice as a lawyer or in a government position.
30% (Leadership)
Serves as District representative and liaison to other governmental and regulatory agencies.
CABINET CORE COMPETENCIES:
RELEVANT COMPETENCIES:
Intellectual Acumen Is intelligent and capable; deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; is good at learning and deciphering new knowledge; able to assimilate new skills independently.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Ten (10) years of successful experience practicing law and managing legal staff, preferably in an educational or public sector setting; Juris Doctor degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the relevant knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work will be considered. DESIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSES: Member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association; valid Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING: Satisfaction of continuing legal education requirements/reporting every three years. CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice fingerprint and background check.
Link: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/seattleschools/jobs/5058201/general-counsel
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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:
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained 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.
Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Boise, Denver, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, or Seattle with two to seven years of experience in patent prosecution, and having a technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related field. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and business professionals servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices. The following qualifications are required: -USPTO and Idaho, Colorado, Minnesota, Arizona, Utah, or Washington bar admission or the ability to get admitted in Idaho, Colorado, Minnesota, Arizona, Utah, or Washington; -Two to seven years of patent attorney experience; -Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field; -Strong academic performance and writing ability.
For Seattle applicants only, the salary range for this position is $215,000 - $315,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. The individual hired for this position may have the option of electing a lower billable-hours track with a proportional reduction in salary. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.
Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to attorneys working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey’s benefits package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; flexible time off; up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for attorneys who give birth; paid holidays; adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. Where applicable, attorneys may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or a productivity bonus, clerkship bonus, relocation expenses, and bar review expenses. First-year associates are also eligible for a salary advance and bar review stipend. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income to the recipient.)
You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.
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About Dorsey Dorsey & Whitney is a global law firm with over 650 lawyers across 22 offices in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We provide strategic legal counsel to companies worldwide across a diverse range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.
Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success:
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Among Dorsey’s many distinguished alumni are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser, Minnesota’s first woman judge Betty Washburn, former U.S. Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Zachary Carter, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work.
One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:
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