Description
Employment & Commercial Litigation Attorney (4546)
Ready to grow your litigation career with a boutique firm that values mentorship and long-term professional development?
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Emerald Search Partners collaborates with leading law firms and corporate legal departments throughout Washington and across the country. With more than 90 years of combined legal recruiting experience, we are committed to connecting talented attorneys with opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and values.
We are currently partnering with a growing boutique employment and commercial litigation firm seeking an Employment & Commercial Litigation Attorney to join its collaborative practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to manage sophisticated employment litigation matters from inception through trial while working alongside experienced litigators dedicated to mentorship, professional growth, and exceptional client service. The firm is also open to attorneys from adjacent civil litigation backgrounds who are interested in transitioning into employment law through extensive internal training and hands-on experience.
What We're Looking For:
- 2+ years of civil litigation experience
- Active membership and good standing with the Washington State Bar Association (or ability to obtain admission)
- Experience independently managing litigation matters
- Trial experience, including first-chair experience or significant second-chair trial involvement
- Experience taking and defending depositions and examining witnesses
- Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
- Strong communication and client relationship management abilities
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters
- Employment litigation experience preferred
- Background in insurance defense, medical malpractice, commercial litigation, or other civil litigation practice areas is welcomed
- Strong academic credentials and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset are a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive compensation starting at $100,000+ DOE
- Flexible billable expectations
- Extensive internal employment law training
- Meaningful courtroom experience and early responsibility
- Collaborative, mentorship-driven culture
- Excellent opportunity for long-term career growth and practice development
Why Partner with Emerald Search Partners?
- Access to confidential and exclusive legal opportunities
- Insight into firm culture, leadership, and long-term growth potential
- Interview preparation and offer negotiation support
- A recruiting partner invested in your long-term career success
Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or simply curious about the current litigation market, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.
If this opportunity isn't the perfect fit, we still encourage you to reach out. Whether you're seeking a different practice area, compensation range, experience level, or work arrangement, Emerald Search Partners can help connect you with opportunities that align with your career goals.
Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity. Email your resume to [email protected] or apply directly through our website at www.emeraldsearch.com.
Recruiting Announcement: Emerald Search Partners is a full-service legal recruiting and staffing agency, and we are actively partnering with our client on this search. We work closely with both candidates and our client throughout the hiring process, providing guidance and managing communication every step of the way.
AI Disclaimer: As experienced legal recruiters with nearly 100 years of combined industry experience, we do not use AI to screen resumes or prepare candidate materials. Every resume is personally reviewed by one of our recruiters. If your background aligns with this opportunity—or another role we believe may be an excellent fit—we will contact you directly to discuss your career goals and next steps.
