Senior Lawyer

Job Description

Job Description

Do you have a successful track record representing clients and are interested in mentoring the next generation of legal professionals?

Our firm is seeking an experienced senior attorney who is adept at handling a large caseload and familiar with all aspects of the trial process, particularly drafting pleadings, motions, and notices, and working toward a resolution.

Your years of experience will also help coach our newer associates toward a similar route to success. If this sounds like a perfect position for you, please send us your resume today.

Compensation :

$194,000 - $214,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
• Provide guidance and advice to associate attorneys and paralegals to resolve or prevent conflicts
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels
• Prepare legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, notices, and discovery requests / responses
• Advocate on behalf of clients by thoroughly understanding their needs, analyzing the situation, and developing strategic action plans.
• Represent clients in court proceedings as required.
• Regularly audit your active matters and provide clients with a monthly case update (summarizing the status of their case, recent accomplishments, and forthcoming steps) to keep them informed and maintain good communication.
• Collaborate closely with the Mentoring Attorney to brainstorm case strategies and best options for our clients.
• Review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders.
• Lead your legal pod, including paralegals and legal assistants, while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Engage actively in legal team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Mentoring Attorney to promote both individual and team growth.
• Conduct consultations with prospective clients.
• Promote Truce Law by actively developing and maintaining relationships with law firms and community stakeholders in the Pacific Northwest.

Qualifications :

• Five years of experience as a senior associate in the legal industry
• Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision
• Four-year bachelor’s degree and successful completion of law school from an accredited law school
• Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Member of state and local bar associations in good standing
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a family law attorney.
• Demonstrated experience in trial, mediation, and arbitration representation.
• Active Washington State Bar License
• In-depth knowledge of Washington State family law.
• Lives in the state of Washington is a requirement

About Company

Truce Law was formed on February 14, 2018, with a focus on bringing a compassionate approach to all family law matters. We handle both amicable and litigious cases with the goal of finding a solution for the client.

The public perception of divorce is shaped by what we see on TV, and most people have very little understanding of the divorce process and what they do see on television (e.

g., Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard) leads to fear of the process and false expectations.

Our vision is that one day the public looks first to amicable options when facing separation and family conflict, with the traditional "contested" case being the exception.

In addition, it is our vision that Truce Law be the leading firm people turn to when facing family challenges.

It is our mission to educate the public about their collaborative options when facing divorce and bring a collaborative mindset to all cases that we handle.