Associate Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Contract Litigation Attorney

Location: Bellevue, Washington

Schedule: Full-time

Pay Rate: $55-$85/hr.

Employment Type: Contract

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a Bellevue law firm who is looking for Washington-licensed attorneys to join their team in a contract capacity. Ideal candidates bring at least three years of litigation experience and are comfortable independently managing an active caseload.

Landlord/tenant or housing law experience is preferred, but attorneys with broader civil litigation backgrounds and transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution, including case strategy, discovery, and deadline management
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and provide practical recommendations regarding case strategy and potential risks
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and other court proceedings
• Maintain communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Ensure compliance with Washington court rules, filing requirements, and procedural deadlines

Qualifications:

• Active Washington State Bar membership
• At least three years of litigation experience, preferably involving Washington state courts
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and prioritize competing deadlines
• Comfortable working remotely and collaborating with a legal team
• Landlord/tenant or housing law experience preferred
• Experience managing high-volume caseloads and participating in hearings or mediations is a plus

Benefits:

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance