Assistant Attorney General - The Social and Health Services Olympia Division of the Washington State Attorney General's Office has an opening for an attorney interested in the quickly evolving area of healthcare law.  Details about this opportunity can be found by clicking THIS link.  The deadline to apply is April 7, 2019.

 

Assistant Attorney General – The Olympia/Tumwater office of the Washington State Attorney General's Office's Torts Division has an opening for a lawyer with at least five years of litigation experience.  The Torts Division defends state agencies and employees in actions undertaken in their employment.Details about this opportunity can be found by clicking THIS link.  The deadline to apply is April 10, 2019.

 

 

Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures and attributes, can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. 

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 Tracy Robinson at 360-586-7693. 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

 

Job Posting:

Law Clerk position for Snohomish County Superior Court

Law Clerk duties include legal research and analysis, drafting of legal memoranda, review of pre-trial and post-trial motions, documents and correspondence, RALJ appeals, and advising the court on issues of law. Additionally, the law clerk provides administrative support – including supervision of jurors, scheduling, screening all correspondence and persons who wish to see the judge, and acting as a liaison between the judge and counsel, agencies and the media. Salary: $4,572.98/month, in addition to medical, dental, vision, insurance, deferred compensation, vacation, and sick leave. Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school.

Job Posting - Contact Information:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to:

Pam Seiber

3000 Rockefeller Ave, MS 502

Everett, WA 98201

Email to: Pam Seiber at Pam.Seiber@snoco.org or fax it to (425) 388-3498

The Seattle office of Harris Bricken seeks a corporate attorney with at least five years’ experience to join its office. This attorney will work on a variety of transactional matters. Many of these matters will involve foreign direct investment or cannabis businesses.

Ideal candidates will have experience in business transactions, including managing client relationships as a direct point of contact. The ability to self-supervise is key in this position, and experience handling a variety of matters at any given time is necessary.

Candidates should have solid academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and strong references.

Harris Bricken’s working atmosphere is fun, respectful and collegial. We offer a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Please email resume, cover letter and writing sample with the subject line “Seattle Attorney Position.”

To get a better idea of what we do, please visit the following:

http://harrisbricken.com/

http://www.cannalawblog.com/

http://www.chinalawblog.com/

Columbia Legal is hiring a Legal Fellow to serve in a two-year attorney position in our Yakima office, working on a broad range of legal issues affecting farm and other low-wage workers and their families in Washington. This position is open until filled.

 

At Columbia Legal, we value equity, inclusiveness, and collaboration, and work as a team to fulfill our mission in service of our clients and the communities we serve.

 

We offer generous and comprehensive benefits including generous holiday, sick, and vacation leave, excellent paid medical, dental, and vision benefits(we cover 100% of the premium, and 50% of out-of-pocket maximum), paid parental leave, a transportation benefit, and a sabbatical every 7 years.

 

Follow the instructions in the postings to apply, and reach out with any questions.

Miller Nash Graham & Dunn has an immediate opening for an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join its team!

This role is responsible for assisting with the identification, review, and resolution of potential conflicts issues. This role will work closely with the Firm’s General Counsel, New Business Committee, members of the Firm’s Loss Prevention, Risk Management, & Ethics Committee, and other Firm administrators.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform the role successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined as follows satisfactorily and meet the role requirements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· Review and analyze conflicts reports for both new business and lateral hires to identify potential conflicts. Communicate with Firm lawyers to gather more information relevant to potential conflicts and determine steps for resolution.

· Provide Firm lawyers with summary of review, highlighting potential issues. Work closely with Firm lawyers, the Firm’s General Counsel, New Business Committee, members of the Firm’s Loss Prevention, Risk Management, & Ethics Committee, and other Firm administrators to assist with conflict resolution.

· Assist with transitioning clients to the Firm in lateral partner hires, including a complete conflicts analysis and resolution, drafting engagement letters and waivers for lawyer review and approval, and assisting with matter opening.

· Study and stay current with laws and rules pertaining to conflicts of interest in each jurisdiction where our offices are located.

· Consistently promote and model the Firm’s client service principles in leadership, teamwork, work product, and personal interaction.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

· Perform analysis and review of new business forms and provide assistance in the new business intake process as needed.

· Maintain records for tracking and timely completion of all conflicts review projects undertaken within the firm.

· Participate in the ongoing development and improvement of the conflicts process, firm policies, and firm procedures.

· Perform various special projects and duties as assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

· Juris Doctor

· Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility

· A minimum of three years of conflicts experience or equivalent

· Database research experience (preferred)

Other Skills and Abilities

· Strong analytical and research skills

· Strong organizational skills

· Strong attention to detail

· Good judgment

· Strong interpersonal communication skills

· Strong problem solving skills

· Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

· Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

· Able to work under pressure

· Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

· A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the role

HOW TO APPLY

If you are qualified and interested in being a part of our collaborative team, please apply at our JOB BOARD. Cover letter and resume must be included with your application in order to be considered as a candidate.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Closing Statement

The www.millenash.com job postings and HR mailbox are for candidates only. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, and do not have a signed contract with Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP (MNG&D) and have not been asked specifically to submit candidates, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if MNG&D hires the candidate. Direct contact with MNG&D employees in an attempt to present candidates is inappropriate and will be a factor in determining any future professional relationship with the Firm.

The Boise office of Perkins Coie is seeking an experienced associate to join the firm’s expanding national Business Practice Group. This position will focus on private equity and mergers & acquisitions as well as work with emerging growth company clients, handle equity and fund formation, and work on corporate governance issues. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and two to five years of corporate experience, preferably at a national law firm. To be considered, please access the link below and provide your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and deal sheet.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/mergers-acquisitions-associate-attorney-midlevel-job-a20180718.html

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Antitrust, Consumer Protection & Unfair Competition group in the Seattle office. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, a J.D. from a top-tier law school, and 3-6 years of antitrust litigation and/or antitrust counseling experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm or at the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice or the Federal Trade Commission. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Judicial clerkship experience is a plus. To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample. Principals only.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/antitrust-litigation-associate-attorney-midlevel-job-a20190301-seattle-wa.html

Employee Benefits Associate Attorney

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an experienced employee benefits associate to join its Tax, Benefits and Compensation practice. This practice group represents many large plan sponsors and trusts in a wide range of industries. Candidates must have experience with ERISA and tax issues related to health and welfare plans, qualified and nonqualified retirement plans, and compensatory arrangements. Large law firm experience in supporting corporate transactions and in responding to government agency filings and enforcement actions is preferred. Additionally, candidates must have strong academic credentials, excellent legal writing skills, and a demonstrated commitment to working collegially in providing exceptional client service. To apply, please access the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/employee-benefits-associate-attorney-junior-to-midlevel-job-a20190303-seattle-wa.html

Financial Transactions Attorney

The Seattle office of Perkins Coie is seeking an attorney with at least two years of legal experience, with transactional experience preferred, to join our Financial Transactions practice group. The ideal candidate will have legal experience handling business transactions, project management and process management. Legal experience in lending and real estate transactions is preferred, but not required. This is a non-partnership track position. All candidates must have strong academic credentials and be members of the Washington State Bar. Principals Only. To apply, please click on the link below and attach your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

https://www.perkinscoie.com/en/about-us/careers/laterals/job-listings/financial-transactions-senior-attorney-job-a20181202-seattle-wa.html

The Tribal State Court Consortium (TSCC) was formed to build bridges between state courts and tribal courts, to develop relationships and partnerships, and a greater understanding of issues that cross jurisdictional lines. The TSCC is in its 5th year, and we are seeking a part-time staff person to join the Commissions team and work with the TSCC at the Administrative Office of the Courts.  Full details.

Employment Status: Project, Part-Time Location: Olympia, Washington Salary: Range 60: $2,404 — $3,153 mo. (DOQ) (Salary adjusted for Part-Time status; this position is benefits eligible.) Opens: March 5, 2019 Closes: March 29, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Duration: The expected duration of this position is March 2019 through December 2021.

Under the direction of the Skagit Volunteer Lawyer Program Manager, the Staff Attorney will manage and expand the mentoring program; recruit volunteer attorneys to participate in the mentoring program as well as other volunteer lawyer program activities; coordinate and supervise remote legal clinics as designated (specifically, the Will Clinics and the clinic in Concrete); and perform administrative functions in support of the Skagit Volunteer Lawyer Program.  Full details here.

Seeking a Legislative Attorney (Communications Law)

2/13/2019 to 3/14/2019

$96,970 to $126,062 per year

The Congressional Research Service (CRS), American Law Division (ALD), seeks a Legislative Attorney to analyze legal questions that emerge from the work of Congress related to communications law in particular and American public law generally. This is a non-litigating position emphasizing qualifications and interest in legal research and writing in a public service legislative context(Input information for appropriate position).

Candidates with research experience in and broad general knowledge of legal issues regarding communications law in particular and American public law in general; who demonstrate strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and who possess a portfolio of high quality legal analytical writing are encouraged to apply. Experience as a judicial clerk will be beneficial.

The position’s primary focus is the broad area of communications law. However, given ALD’s relatively small staff and the breadth of issues ALD covers for Congress, candidates must also be capable of working in a number of different areas of the law and have the intellectual curiosity to seek out and maintain a broad portfolio of legal issues. Thus, applicants should also have knowledge of constitutional and administrative law and statutory interpretation.

Qualifications:

· Knowledge of communications law in particular and American public law generally**

· Ability to analyze legal issues**

· Ability to write in a legal context**

· Ability to convey legal analysis and information orally through briefings, consultations and other presentations.

CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity. Interested applicants must apply online https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/524321400

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