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Positions Available the Week of May 14
Intellectual property litigation associate — Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an intellectual property litigation associate with a minimum of 3 years of experience to join the intellectual property litigation group in its Seattle office. This associate will have the opportunity to work on complex patent, trademark, and other intellectual property litigation matters in federal courts around the United States. A minimum of 3 years of patent litigation experience and USPTO admission (or eligibility for admission) are required, B.S. or M.S. in electrical engineering or closely related field preferred. Strong academic performance (top third of class), excellent writing skills, and substantive litigation experience are required. Apply online.
Experienced litigation associate — Graham & Dunn has an opening for an attorney with a minimum of 4 years’ experience handling complex commercial/business disputes/financial litigation. Candidates must be able to: (a) write clearly and persuasively; (b) work and communicate with clients directly; (c) prepare for and take depositions; (d) manage cases on their own, as well as work as a member of a larger trial team; and (e) review and understand financial statements. Experience with commercial debt collections, foreclosure actions, workouts and pre-and post-judgment enforcement actions, and understanding of receiverships and fundamentals of bankruptcy preferred. Strong academic background and analytical skills required. We are looking for a hard-working team player, dedicated to producing top-quality work. Our firm is located on one of the waterfront piers in Seattle, next door to the Seattle Art Museum’s Olympic Sculpture Park with spectacular views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountain Range and Mount Rainier. We offer a unique work setting and a competitive benefit package. Applications must include the following: a cover letter, résumé, writing sample that is your sole work product, and law school/undergraduate transcripts. Please email the application materials to: HR@grahamdunn.com. Graham & Dunn is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Senior associate attorney — Pacific Law Recruiters is executing a search for an associate attorney seeking to take his or her command of litigation and employment law to the next level of accomplishment. Our client, a well established and respected firm with deep ties to the Northwest legal arena, is seeking a mid-to-senior-level associate to assume a host of duties related to employment law, with an emphasis on litigation and counseling, on behalf of private and public businesses. Prompt consideration will be given to those candidates with a minimum of 5 years’ related experience, coupled with some portable business and Washington State Bar Association accreditation. Equally important are an excellent academic record and proficient writing ability. This position provides a strong platform for practice development, and affords an attractive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé and cover letter in strict confidence to Greg Wagner, principal, at: gww@pacificlawjobs.com. Visit our website.
Workers’ compensation defense firm seeks experienced associate with a minimum of 2 years’ experience to assume existing caseload in growing practice. Qualified candidate will possess workers’ compensation/medical malpractice/insurance defense experience, excellent writing, and client relations skills. Résumé and writing sample to lnelson@eims-flynn.com.
Part-time paralegal position (20-25 hours) — An established but growing law firm located in downtown Kent is searching for an experienced part-time (20-25 hours/week) probate paralegal to back-up and assist the senior paralegal.
Job will include:
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File management
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Client correspondence
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Court filings
An ideal candidate must have AA paralegal certification and at least 4 years’ experience in the probate field, as well as outstanding organization, customer service, computer skills, and good communication skills on the phone and with clients. Ability to work independently, yet also be a strong team player is mandatory for this position. Possibility to work into a full-time position. To apply, please send a résumé in Microsoft Word or PDF format to contact@rehberglaw.com.
Senior mortgage loan closer, Bellevue, WA. — This position closes commercial real estate loan investments by managing the coordination of closing requirements, performing review of borrower entity formation documentation, drafting standard loan documents, conducting title insurance reviews, and managing lender’s escrow/funding process. Ideal candidate has at least 5 years’ real estate closing experience and Limited Practice Officer certification. Email trina.rappoport@symetra.com for more information.
Positions Available the Week of May 7
Family law attorney, Seattle, WA — McKinley Irvin is an AV-rated 21–attorney law firm focused on complex divorce and family law matters. We are seeking an attorney with a minimum of two years’ family law experience to join our busy and growing firm. The attorney in this position will manage his or her own caseload and be supported by a paralegal, file clerk, and other administrative staff. The right candidate will have well rounded family law litigation experience, observe the highest standards of professionalism, produce exceptional work product, be an effective negotiator and litigator, and deliver attentive client service. We offer an aggressive guaranteed salary, along with bonus opportunities; 401k plan with matching contributions; payment of all WSBA licensing fees and CLE expenses; professional, medical, dental, and life insurance benefits; an outstanding group of professionals to work with; the opportunity for advanced training and career growth; scale and stability; and professional management. Please forward cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and three professional references to bdevilbiss@mckinleyirvin.com. All responses will be treated confidentially.
Entry level and experienced associate positions at Bellevue civil litigation firm. Challenging cases, full benefits. Reply with résumé and writing sample to classifieds@wsba.org, referencing “Box 744” in the subject line.
Associate attorney — LeGros Buchanan & Paul, P.S., a downtown Seattle law firm, seeks an associate attorney with a minimum of one year litigation experience. Candidate must have an expressed interest in maritime and employment law, and possess strong research and writing skills. Membership in the Washington State Bar Association is required. Please send cover letter and résumé via email to hiring director at hr@legros.com or by mail to 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2500, Seattle WA 98104.
Why spend your days fighting traffic, working ungodly hours, toiling on some other attorney's cases and neglecting family and friends, on the off chance of being the one associate to make shareholder 10 years from now? Walstead Mertsching P.S. is looking for an associate with minimal experience who wants both a career and a personal life. We are a 10-attorney, AV-rated general practice/litigation firm which offers a congenial atmosphere, professional freedom, reasonable hours, and realistic ownership possibilities, all within a short commute from beautiful neighborhoods and quality schools. We are located in Longview, Washington, recently named one of “America's Prettiest Towns” by Forbes Magazine. The largest city in Cowlitz County, Longview is ideally situated between Seattle and Portland at the confluence of the Cowlitz and Columbia Rivers. Longview offers a rural life-style with year-round recreational opportunities including: golf courses, running/walking paths, live theaters, and world-class hunting and fishing. Mountains, beaches, rivers, and lakes are only a short drive away. The best part? At our firm, there is actually time to enjoy all of it. Sure, we pay a little less than the big city firms, but it's worth it. If you want the freedom to develop your own practice and the time to explore other interests, we invite you to send a writing sample, transcript, résumé, and cover letter describing why you would like to live, work, and play in Longview to: Hiring Committee/Walstead Mertsching P.S./P.O. Box 1549/Longview, WA 98632 or email fulton@walstead.com.
Patent associate, Portland or Seattle office — Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt, a northwest regional law firm, has an opening in the Portland, OR or Seattle, WA office for a full time patent associate in the intellectual property practice group. The ideal candidate will have a computer science and/or electrical engineering background and a minimum of 1 year of experience in patent prosecution. Patent counseling, licensing, and/or trademark experience is beneficial but not required. Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt provides a team-oriented working environment with competitive salary and benefits. Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and law school transcript to Dorianna Phillips, Attorney Recruiting Administrator, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt, Pacwest Center, 1211 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 1900, Portland, OR 97204, or via email at dcphillips@schwabe.com. Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Experienced supervisors with personal injury litigation knowledge are encouraged to join Labor and Industries’ third party program and lead 10 direct reports to maximize lien recoveries in workers’ compensation cases. The successful applicant will build a cohesive, high performing team by proactively managing key personnel issues; work with staff to maintain and improve quality of third party recoveries from tort lawsuits, and set standards and document performance to ensure uniformity, quality, and adherence to agency policy, rules, and law. For more information, and to apply. Search for the L&I Program Specialist 5 position. Position will remain open until filled.
The Seattle office of Garvey Schubert Barer seeks an associate attorney in the area of estate planning, probate, and trust administration. An applicant with an L.L.M. in taxation or estate planning and at least 2 years of prior experience working with high net worth individuals will be given preferential consideration. Familiarity with formation, management, and transfers of closely held entities such as LLCs, corporations, or limited partnerships would be welcomed. Candidate should be entrepreneurial, client-oriented, and intellectually flexible as the position will allow for growth into the areas of international estate planning, as well as opportunities to work with clients from Alaska and Oregon. Please send your résumé to AttorneyRecruiting@gsblaw.com. Garvey Schubert Barer is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.
Professional development and diversity manager, Seattle or Salt Lake City — Stoel Rives LLP, a leading law firm with nearly 400 attorneys operating out of seven states, has an immediate opening for a professional development and diversity manager. We seek a highly motivated, strategic thinker with proven collaboration and organizational skills. This position provides strategic and administrative support for the professional development of our attorneys by designing and delivering training programs, coaching attorneys, implementing evaluation processes, and supporting diversity and inclusion programs. This position works closely with attorneys of all levels, firm leadership, and administrative staff. The successful candidate must be able to build and maintain positive relationships and channels of communication with attorneys and staff throughout the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a successful attorney who wants to transition his or her law practice into a related field with new challenges and opportunities. This position reports directly to the senior manager of professional development and diversity. This position can be based in either our Seattle or our Salt Lake City office. To view a complete job description and to apply. EEO/AA.
Experienced attorneys — Advocates Law Group, a rapidly expanding, Seattle- based, virtual law firm is interested in discussions with lawyers with at least 10 years of practice and a book of business. Look over our website and consider the advantages of our business model in providing the support of a big firm that costs less than solo practice. If you are interested, please contact George Tamblyn at gtamblyn@advocateslg.com.
Positions Available the Week of April 30
The Seattle-based personal injury firm of Adler Giersch seeks a “Rising Star” trial attorney with minimum 5 years’ experience with demonstrated interest in seeking justice and fairness for his/her clients, and successful trial advocacy experience. Attorneys from plaintiffs’ injury and defense insurance bars are encouraged to apply. Submissions will be confidential. We started in 1983 and are a successful 5-attorney law firm (total 17 people). We are a word-of-mouth referral practice that emphasizes moderate and severe musculoskeletal trauma and major matters involving traumatic brain injury cases. We are an AV rated firm. We achieve great results and provide top-tier service to our clients. We offer an engaging, highly functional, and fun work environment as noted by our long-term stakeholders, competitive salary and benefits, performance-based compensation, and professional growth. We are looking for another attorney because we are growing and looking to the future. We need a rising star looking to make the move into an opportunity that seldom comes along: Grow professionally, contribute to the success of a law practice, be involved in the management of the firm, be mentored by experienced and well-regarded attorneys, practice in a client-centric law firm, get rewarded well for all of it, including a fast-track to partnership, and contribute to the community. The position requires exceptional oral and written communication skills, the desire to develop into a top-notch trial attorney, a natural people-person, high emotional intelligence, excellent organizational and time management skills, and a strong work ethic that is client-focused, team-oriented, and driven by a passion for advocacy and excellence. Ready to make the move? Send your cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and references to Patrice Roney, legal administrator, Adler Giersch, 333 Taylor Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109 or send via email to proney@adlergiersch.com.
Phillips Law Firm is seeking an experienced litigation attorney.
Job Description:
Seeking a candidate that can independently manage a caseload of plaintiff’s personal injury files with the assistance of a litigation paralegal.
Candidate requirements:
No less than two years of personal injury litigation experience. Experience on the plaintiff’s side preferred, but not required. Experience with personal injury defense will be considered as well.
Proven ability to independently oversee personal injury cases.
Experience acting as first chair in all phases of litigation, up to and including mandatory arbitration hearings.
Trial experience preferred, but not required.
An extremely hard-working and efficient persona with a stable work history.
The ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, and under deadlines.
A high level of professionalism and the ability to provide the five star client service.
Key responsibilities:
Manage a caseload of mandatory arbitration cases, including perfecting service, conducting written discovery, defending and taking depositions, preparing Pre Hearing Statements of Proof, representing plaintiff’s at mandatory arbitration hearings.
Accountability for all litigation deadlines on caseload.
Please email your cover letter, résumé, and salary expectations to sorina@justiceforyou.com. In subject line, please note: PI Litigation Attorney.
The Washington State Office of Public Defense (OPD) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking qualified attorneys to represent indigent respondents in sexually violent predator civil commitment cases, as provided in Chapter 71.09 RCW and Chapter 257 Laws of 2012. For details.
Corporate/Transactional Junior Associate-Pacific Law Recruiters is representing a prominent, Seattle-based law firm holding national and international practice recognition in its search for a junior level associate. Ideal candidates will have a Juris Doctorate from a nationally recognized law school, coupled with a strong academic record and at least one year of corporate and transactional casework, within a major law firm. Serious consideration will also be given to those graduates of the top 40-ranked law schools, who have a minimum of six months related experience. Seasoned business partners will provide direct mentorship on a wide range of industry related matters, affording an outstanding opportunity to develop and broaden business practice skills. An excellent compensation and benefits package is provided. Interested candidates are encouraged to forward a confidential resume and cover letter to Greg Wagner, Principal, for immediate consideration at: gww@pacificlawjobs.com. Visit our website.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I, Kitsap County, WA. For additional information and/or to apply, visit our website. Closing date: 5/14/12.
Positions Available the Week of April 23
Seattle City Light is seeking to hire an employee relations coordinator to help develop, administer, and implement City Light's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) plans, including complaint resolution, compliance review, and preparation of a variety of statistical and narrative reports. For more information and an online application form. Apply by 5/1/2012 at 4:00 p.m.
Associate attorney position offered for Vancouver, WA family law firm. Please follow our Craig's List link to apply.
Smith Freed & Eberhard is a litigation law firm focused on providing excellent service to our clients. We are currently seeking a civil ligation attorney with at least 4 years’ experience to join our Seattle office. Successful candidates must possess excellent client service skills including the ability to create long lasting relationships, in addition to possessing outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills. Please email your résumé and cover letter, including salary requirements, in confidence to the managing partner, Jeff Eberhard at hr@smithfreed.com. We offer a competitive salary and benefits.
The Court of Appeals, Division I is recruiting for the position of staff attorney. The staff attorney assists the court in resolving all types of motions and cases before the court and in handling court administrative matters as requested. Typical duties include reviewing briefs and trial court records and drafting prehearing memoranda, opinions, rulings, and orders. For more information about this position recruitment.
Managing attorney career opportunity — Firm specializing in credit resolution and liquidation of distressed consumer assets has an immediate opening for a mature, highly motivated self-starter with outstanding organization and administrative skills to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidate will serve as firm’s managing member and supervising attorney. Firm is part of a national network of independent law firms working on behalf of an established client that is one of the largest private purchasers of consumer debt.
Responsibilities
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Vigorously collect all accounts and other indebtedness placed with firm.
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Conduct all activities in a legal, ethical, and compliant manner.
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Direct, supervise, train, and oversee performance of assigned staff.
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Collect through judicial proceedings accounts approved accounts.
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Day-to-day business operation.
Qualifications
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Juris Doctorate and Washington State Bar Association membership in good standing. Oregon Bar membership beneficial.
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Collection experience including knowledge of FDCPA, FTCP, and Washington regulations.
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Litigation experience.
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Entrepreneurial spirit and drive
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage high volume of cases.
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Strong proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet searches.
Compensation
Environment is friendly, but dedicated to excellence in practice and results. Interested applicants please email résumé to managingattorney4100@gmail.com.
Associate attorney, Wenatchee, WA — The Wenatchee office of Ogden Murphy Wallace, P.L.L.C., a work hard and play hard group of ten attorneys located in sunny north central Washington, is seeking an entry-level associate attorney. The firm emphasizes a team approach to the delivery of legal services, primarily in litigation, general business, and municipal matters. We are seeking applicants with superior academic credentials, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to work closely with multiple attorneys and staff. Please submit your cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to mtanner@omwlaw.com.
Complex litigation associate — Move from large law to a highly sophisticated boutique offering superior quality work, a higher level of case responsibility, top of the market compensation, and a much more reasonable work life balance. Legal Ease’s client is a sophisticated, niche area complex commercial litigation boutique located in Seattle. The firm is well established, highly regarded and extremely collegial. The firm would like to add one associate and is open to candidates with a minimum of 2 years of complex litigation experience. The successful candidate must be currently practicing with an AmLaw100 or similarly regarded law firm and possess not only outstanding legal skills, but also a collaborative, collegial working style and personality. Interested candidates please submit your résumé as soon as possible in strict confidence to Lynda Jonas, Esq., placement director at ljonas@legalease.com. This is an exclusive search (i.e., candidates will not be considered other than via Legal Ease).
Small Gig Harbor firm seeks an experienced paralegal/legal secretary to fill a second staff position. The successful applicant must work independently, thrive on details, and excel in:
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Prioritizing and multi-tasking;
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Pleasantly answering telephones and efficiently gathering information, making appointments, filing, opening and closing cases;
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Accurately compiling client information, tracking billable time, and entering it into billing software;
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Maintaining calendaring and monitoring timelines;
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Accomplishing court filings, scheduling hearings, providing notice to other parties through mail, messenger service, and email; and
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Transcribing, editing, and finalizing correspondence and pleadings.
Working knowledge of real estate, business, and construction law and experience with Timeslips and Microsoft Office is preferred. This is a full-time position with a 90-day probation period. If interested, please send résumé, cover letter, and salary requirements via email to Danielle at danielle@gigharborlaw.net.
Lee Smart, P.S., Inc. is seeking an attorney to join its litigation practice. Interested applicants should have academic credentials and excellent writing skills. A minimum of two years’ experience in insurance defense or similar litigation is preferred. Our firm has a remarkable 99-year history of providing cost-effective service to companies and individuals, with significant expertise in the defense of civil litigation. Lee Smart looks for diverse cultural, educational and professional backgrounds, and experiences in its job applicants and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit your cover letter, résumé, and writing sample electronically to Shari Tipp, human resources manager, at slt@leesmart.com or by mail to 701 Pike St., #1800, Seattle, WA 98101.
Alaska Airlines is currently looking for a senior labor and employment attorney. This is a director level position. While we hope to find someone with both disciplines - labor and employment- solid labor arbitration experience is required. For additional details. An application can be submitted at the website, but we also encourage those interested to email a copy to sarah.mcginnis@alaskaair.com.
Positions Available the Week of April 16
Associate attorney (downtown Seattle) — Prominent insurance defense and coverage firm is seeking a dynamic litigation attorney to join its busy practice. Qualified applicants must be licensed in Washington and have at least two years of litigation experience in such areas as personal injury, professional liability, and construction defect defense. Experience in insurance coverage and bad faith is a plus. We are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running. Applicants must be able to demonstrate proficient writing and analytical skills and the ability to interact with clients and co-workers with the utmost in professionalism and congeniality.We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. Please respond to this ad with cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to HR@rmlaw.com.
Civil litigation defense firm seeks contract attorney in Spokane area with strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Experience in personal injury and construction defect litigation a plus. Our firm offers a competitive pay structure and flexible work schedule. Send résumé and writing samples to newlegalhire@gmail.com.
Environmental attorney — Cascadia Law Group PLLC seeks an attorney with a minimum of two years of experience in environmental law to join our practice. We require outstanding academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to client service. Please send cover letter, résumé, and references to managing partner at info@cascadialaw.com.
The Portland, Oregon office of Bullivant Houser Bailey is seeking a litigation associate with a minimum of 2 years of experience in casualty litigation, including asbestos and products liability. Applicants must have strong writing and analytical skills and the desire to be a part of a successful fast-paced litigation team. This position involves all phases of litigation and includes drafting pleadings and discovery, managing files, and handling hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Applicants must be admitted to practice in Oregon. Washington State Bar Association admittance a plus. Please send cover letter, résumé, transcript, and writing sample to Jill Valentine, Bullivant Houser Bailey, PC, 300 Pioneer Tower, 888 SW Fifth Avenue, Portland, OR 97204 or email jill.valentine@bullivant.com.
Business partner-Pacific Law Recruiters has been commissioned by a well established, Seattle-based law firm to conduct a search for a partner level business attorney. Suitable candidates will gain the opportunity to assume a lead role within a core group of accomplished lawyers, and continue to foster a successful business practice. Serious and immediate consideration will be given to those attorneys with a minimum of ten years’ business/transactional experience and the ability to bring a moderate book of business. Also necessary are excellent communication skills and a strong interest in joining a firm where mutual respect and life quality integrate with a pledge to client service. The firm features low overhead, advanced technology, competitive partner compensation; and liberal benefits. Interested candidates are requested to submit a résumé and cover letter in strict confidence to Greg Wagner, Principal, at: gww@pacificlawjobs.com. Visit our website.
Palomar Health - assistant general counsel, San Diego, CA — At Palomar Health, we are the largest public health system in southern California and the first California recognized health system to receive ANCC Magnet® Recognition. To view the job description and apply (Assistant General Counsel – Apply Now) or visit our website. For questions contact Amber.Augenstein@pph.org or 888-645-5556.
Labor and employment attorney — Seattle labor law firm seeks experienced litigator to advocate on behalf of public sector labor unions and employees. Preference is for candidate with a minimum of three years of experience. Cline and Associates has a statewide practice which primarily involves representation of law enforcement and other public safety employees. It is dedicated to quality and innovative representation. Desirable candidates include those with a demonstrated commitment to work in public service or on behalf of those employees who seek representation. Great opportunity for a service oriented candidate with a strong work ethic seeking a challenging arena and a desire to join a team passionate about its advocacy and committed to its clients. Visit website. Send résumé and writing sample to: clinelawfirm@clinelawfirm.com.
Positions Available the Week of April 9
Associate General Counsel (Business Transactions/PRI) — Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Foundation overview
Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, it focuses on improving people's health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, it seeks to ensure that all people-especially those with the fewest resources-have access to the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, the foundation is led by CEO Jeff Raikes and co-chair William H. Gates Sr., under the direction of Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett.
Group summary
"Guidance, Solutions, Integrity" describes the Legal Team's approach to providing responsive legal guidance supporting the implementation of the foundation's strategies. The Legal Team offers creative solutions that accomplish programmatic objectives, develops and implements efficient legal processes to streamline the foundation's grantmaking and contracting practices, and applies preventive legal strategies and compliance policies to minimize risks and safeguard the foundation's reputation.
Responsibilities
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Structure and negotiate transactions for the foundation's innovative investments, including grants, contracts and program-related investments that further the mission of the foundation.
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Collaborate with other members of the Legal team and foundation personnel as appropriate.
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Primary focus on program related investments (equity investments, debt financings, guarantees, investments in private equity-like funds, etc.) ("PRIs") and other innovative investments.
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Review, prepare and negotiate documents related to innovative investments, and ensure the accomplishment of the foundation's programmatic goals, including achieving global access (making access to technology available at a reasonable cost in the developing world, U.S. educational markets and elsewhere and promoting broad dissemination of information).
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Provide practical business-oriented legal advice and counsel, and become a trusted advisor to the foundation's PRI team, programmatic personnel and other internal clients groups.
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Understand the programmatic and business objectives of internal client groups, develop creative solutions, and resolve issues using the legal framework and the foundation's Values.
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Manage outside counsel as needed.
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Train and educate program personnel regarding laws and best practices applicable to business transactions.
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Keep current on new and emerging laws and policy developments impacting business transactions (including PRIs) and private foundations.
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Provide support in other legal matters or foundation policies and issues as needed and serve as an active member of the Legal team.
Qualifications
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Juris Doctor and a minimum of 10 years experience in the practice of law with demonstrated expertise in being the lead lawyer on complex transactions preferred, including equity investments, debt financings, guarantees, fund formation and cross-border deals.
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Superior drafting and negotiating abilities are required and a combination of in-house and law firm experience is preferred.
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History of effectively servicing highly-skilled and demanding client base, balancing and prioritizing multiple tasks, establishing a role as a trusted advisor and providing innovative solutions in a complex and fast-paced environment.
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Strong business sense and client focus, with the ability to work with business teams and embrace appropriate risk-taking to achieve programmatic objectives.
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Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm and diplomacy both individually and collaboratively as part of a team effort.
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Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, sound judgment and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with clients at all levels of the foundation and build strong client relations.
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Self-motivated and a passion for both the mission of the foundation and understanding the foundation's programmatic goals.
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Current bar membership is required.
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Flexibility and ability to deal with ambiguities associated with innovative culture tackling cutting edge issues.
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Highest standards of ethics and integrity.
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An undergraduate degree in or other demonstrated familiarity with life sciences or a related field is helpful, as is a familiarity with the tax laws and regulations applicable to private foundation.
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Sense of balance, humor and perspective.
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As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
Requisition Number: 2947BR. To apply for this position.
Carney Badley Spellman, downtown Seattle, mid-size law firm, seeks a contract associate attorney with a minimum of 3 years’ construction experience, in particular, litigation of construction claims or construction defect claims. Experience should include solid analytical, research and writing skills, and discovery including depositions and motion practice. Other credentials include top academic education, demonstration of quality communication skills, and a passion for client service. Please email your cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to dillard@carneylaw.com. Please insert “contract associate attorney” into the subject line.
McGuinness & Streepy Law Offices, LLC located in Federal Way, is a busy two-attorney union-side labor law firm. We are seeking an attorney with a partial book of business, regardless of practice area, to join our firm. Attorneys with diverse practice encouraged to respond. Please direct inquiries to carrie@northwestlaborlaw.com with a résumé or description of current practice.
The Denver office of Akerman Senterfitt LLP seeks an associate with a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial litigation for the consumer finance litigation and compliance practice group. State and Federal Court experience is required. Financial institutions litigation experience is preferred. Must be admitted to practice in Colorado or willing to become admitted (by motion or by examination). Bar admission in multiple jurisdictions is considered a plus (Arizona, California, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming preferred). Akerman is ranked among the top 100 law firms in the United States by The National Law Journal, NLJ 250 in number of lawyers. With more than 500 lawyers and government affairs professionals, we serve clients from major business centers in Florida, New York, Washington, D.C., California, Virginia, Colorado, Nevada, Texas, and Utah. Please apply online.
Seattle-based law firm is looking for an experienced attorney in the field of wage and hour, plaintiffs work. Trial experience preferred, but not required. Extensive discovery experience is required. Salary depends on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for advancement. Position will be in Seattle or Renton. Please forward your cover letter, résumé, writing sample, and salary requirements to jobs@justiceforyou.com. Include “Wage and Hour Plaintiff's Attorney” in subject line.
General counsel — Freestone Capital Management, LLC
About the company
Freestone Capital Management, LLC is an independent wealth advisor and asset management boutique based in Seattle, Washington with over $2 billion of assets under management. Since our founding in 1999, Freestone has been dedicated to delivering outstanding results and exceptional service through the creation of a new and sustainable wealth management advisory model in which the interests of the firm are aligned with the interests of our clients. Today we continue to offer clients a comprehensive solution to managing their wealth based upon unbiased, rational advice, and innovative strategies.
About the position
Due to Freestone’s deep investment capabilities, we require in-house counsel with the ability to disseminate and implement a broad array of legal and regulatory constructs in a concise, thoughtful, and practical manner. This is a strategic role helping to guide the growth and business initiatives of the firm, in addition to leading the risk management function.
Primary responsibilities
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Executive responsible for development and oversight of compliance and legal policies designed to meet regulatory requirements and mitigate risks for our clients and the business.
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Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices for application to the business
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Execution of firm’s compliance program, including preparation of regulatory filings, compliance training and education, review and approval of marketing materials, monitoring of trade, allocation and other operational records, and building a culture of compliance
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Review and negotiate contracts, including organization documents, investment management agreements, service agreements, employment contracts, NDAs, etc.; respond to regulatory inquiries; examinations and customer complaints; state and federal registration and reporting issues.
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Manage outside counsel and regulatory relationships.
Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited university, current bar membership in good standing (Washington preferred) and 7-10 years combined legal experience
- Significant experience advising executive management of privately held companies at a strategic level on a broad range of complex legal issues
- Working knowledge of FINRA and/or Investment Advisor’s 1940 Act is preferred.
Personal characteristics
High degree of professionalism, integrity and interpersonal skills; ability to present complex information clearly and briefly to internal and external constituents.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with proven ability to manage multiple projects
- Ability to manage a team, yet enough entrepreneurial spirit to dive in directly on any issue
- A positive upbeat personality who believes in opportunities rather than obstacles
Compensation
Competitive salary plus bonus and equity potential in a private company.
Interested applicants please email your résumé to Kelly@freestonecapital.com.
Positions Available the Week of April 2
City prosecutor: City of Auburn — Professional legal work with primary responsibility for prosecution of criminal misdemeanor violations and traffic infractions. $5,666 - $6,965/month. www.auburnwa.gov.
Lummi Nation seeks applicants for staff attorney position with minimum of 5 years’ active practice of law involving Indian education and health care delivery systems in Indian country. For more details contact Lummi Human Resources at 360-384-2398. Closes April 23, 2012.
Career opportunity — Ahlers & Cressman PLLC, an eleven member construction law firm located in downtown Seattle, is seeking a lawyer with at least two years of experience to participate in all aspects of construction law, both transactional and dispute resolution services. Our firm is a group of motivated, hard working professionals. We believe that responsiveness and high quality work results in both satisfied clients and a prosperous organization. Compensation is negotiable based upon qualifications and experience. All inquires will remain confidential. If interested, please send résumé and cover letter to: Chris Achman, Administrator, Ahlers & Cressman PLLC, 999 Third Ave., Ste. 3800, Seattle, WA 98104-4088; fax: 206-287-9902; website; email: cachman@ac-lawyers.com.
Tacoma bankruptcy attorney — Experienced bankruptcy attorney needed for busy downtown Tacoma and Olympia offices. This is not an entry-level position. All qualified candidates will have at least three years of experience handling a substantial caseload of consumer Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. Proficiency with drafting and confirming Chapter 13 Plans is required, as well as a thorough working knowledge of the Forms 22A and 22C Means Tests. Substantial work experience in consumer bankruptcy since the enactment of Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) is required. Candidates not meeting these requirements will not be considered for this position. This position will also involve assisting the firm with its existing divorce and family practice, as well as it criminal and traffic infraction practices. In addition to the bankruptcy background detailed above, the ideal candidate will also have significant experience handling Washington state divorce and family law matters. Prior experience in handling criminal defense and civil traffic infractions is preferred, but not required. Base salary of $50,000 to $70,000 DOE. Strong career growth potential. Realistic opportunity to earn six figures within three to five years if you are willing to put in the hours and practice bankruptcy law along with family law and criminal defense. Please respond with résumé, cover letter, and salary requirements to bklawjobs@gmail.com.
Divorce and family law attorney — Immediate opening for mid-level divorce and family law associate attorney. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of progressively complex divorce and family law experience. We practice in Snohomish, King, Pierce, and Thurston counties. This is not an entry level position. You will also be expected to know your way around the courtroom and assume a heavy caseload immediately. Strong preference will be given to any candidates who have successfully handled, litigated, or otherwise successfully resolved at least 50 divorce or family law matters from start to finish. Some trial experience is also required. Superior writing, briefing, and oral advocacy skills are essential. Your other duties will include handling some criminal and civil traffic appearances, as well as covering some bankruptcy hearings, but your primary focus will be on divorce and family law. In addition to assisting with current clients, you will also be fielding calls, signing up clients, and building a caseload from day one. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to grow with the firm as it continues to expand from Everett to Olympia. Starting salary is expected to be $50,000 to $65,000 DOE, but this is a great opportunity to increase your earnings every year based on performance. Some portable business is a plus but is not required. Please email your résumé and salary requirements in confidence to washingtondivorceattorney@yahoo.com. No phone calls please.
Litigation associate — Seattle office of 75+-attorney west coast firm seeks junior- to mid-level litigation associate with excellent academic record and writing skills for immediate opening. Practice areas include financial services, maritime, insurance, and employment law. Competitive salary DOE. Send résumé, dispositive motion writing sample, law school transcript, and references to Hiring Coordinator, Keesal, Young, & Logan, 1301 5th Avenue, Suite 1515, Seattle, WA 98101, or email to mary.west@kyl.com. No telephone calls please.
Associate attorneys — Pacific Law Recruiters is actively searching for associate level attorneys with a minimum of two years’ experience. Practical knowledge of corporate law, commercial litigation, estate planning, patent prosecution, labor and employment, white collar criminal and securities litigation, tax, and patent litigation; generates immediate consideration, provided candidates also possess superior writing skills, excellent interpersonal attributes, and exemplary academic credentials from a quality educational institution. Current or recent experience in a leading law firm or major business organization is also necessary. Qualified candidates interested in exploring new opportunities with some of the finest law firms in the northwest are encouraged to forward a confidential résumé and cover letter to Greg Wagner, principal, for immediate consideration at: gww@pacificlawjobs.com. Visit our website.
Litigation attorney — Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office, Civil Division, seeks attorney with at least three years’ civil litigation practice, including employment and labor experience, to represent Pierce County, a public employer. Responsibilities include ability to independently handle all phases of employment and labor litigation. May also serve as a management legal advisor for employment/labor issues. Full-time, exempt, at-will position with benefits. Salary $80,400 - $107,600 annually, DOQ. Send résumé, explanation of relevant experience, references, and writing sample by May 29, 2012 to: Rebecca Stover, Human Resources Manager, Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney, 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Room 946, Tacoma, WA 98402 or email to rstover@co.pierce.wa.us. EOE.
Paralegal, commercial transaction/intellectual property — Nordstrom is a fashion specialty retailer founded on a simple idea: offer each customer the best possible service, quality, value, and selection. We are looking for an experienced paralegal to assist with commercial transactions/contracts and intellectual property matters. At Nordstrom, providing great customer service goes beyond the selling floor. It takes a team of individuals with a variety of talents and skills to continuously improve service and our results. At our Seattle headquarters, we work in partnership with other areas of the company to support our frontline salespeople and customers. When you join Nordstrom, you are welcomed into a family dedicated to creating memorable and rewarding shopping experiences for our customers. The ideal paralegal is motivated, results-oriented, and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. The position includes commercial contract management and support through screening and tracking of contracts, contract interpretation, drafting and review, as well as advising business teams on terms and conditions of contracts. Intellectual property support includes assistance with maintenance of company intellectual property asset portfolio, merchandising, marketing, and advertising support through established business processes and reviews, including trademark clearance, catalog, email, and marketing project reviews.
Responsibilities
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Assist with review and drafting of contracts and provide legal guidance to the business on a wide-range of contracts, including software licenses, master service agreements, special events, and purchase agreements
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Day to day contract management including handling notices, amendments, and communication to the business regarding terms, conditions of agreements
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Screen initial contract review requests based on business needs, priority, terms, etc.
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Assist with implementation and management of library of contract templates
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Intellectual property process support related to vendor set-up, product development, IT, catalog and email reviews, including conducting preliminary trademark searches, assistance with maintenance and renewals of global trademark asset portfolio, assistance with company patent prosecution processes, and management and organization of intellectual property documentation
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Assist with legal review and support of company wide marketing and advertising initiatives, including deceptive advertising regulations and related laws
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Assist with development and implementation of training programs regarding intellectual property, marketing and advertising
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Perform legal research, law tracking, and work on long-term projects as requested
Qualifications
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Excellent written/oral communication skills
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Strong proficiency with Word, Excel, Internet searches and Outlook
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Desire to learn and take on more responsibility
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience combined in commercial transactions and contracts, and intellectual property matters
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Experience with technology and software contracts, and patents preferred
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Corporate in-house experience preferred
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Paralegal certification required
Since 1901, Nordstrom has offered a wide variety of quality apparel, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children at our stores across the country. We're proud to be named to FORTUNE™ Magazine's list of '100 Best Companies to Work for.' We believe this recognition comes from our desire to empower our employees to set their sights high and deliver exceptional service to customers. As a Nordstrom employee, you can feel confident that your health and well-being are among our highest priorities. We offer a comprehensive, flexible employee benefits package that includes medical/vision and dental coverage, a generous merchandise discount, an employer-matched 401(K) savings and profit sharing plan and much more. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. No visa sponsorship is available for this position. For application information please email whitney.mcintyre@nordstrom.com.
Contract attorney/civil litigation — Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is seeking a contract attorney with a minimum of 4 years of personal injury and/or commercial litigation experience. The successful candidate will have extensive experience with discovery, depositions, and motion/courtroom practice as well as strong legal analytical capabilities and writing skills. WSBA membership is required. Compensation is negotiable based upon qualifications and experience. Interested applicants please send a cover letter, résumé and writing sample to HR@kellerrohrback.com or Director of Administration, 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 3200, Seattle, WA 98101. No phone calls, please.
King County is seeking two experienced management-level human resources professionals to join our team. For more information, and to apply.
Positions Available the Week of March 26
Seeking pre-litigation attorney for Phillips Law Firm in Woodinville, WA — Plaintiff's personal injury firm is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 5 years’ personal injury litigation experience to work in the pre-lawsuit department. Current Washington State Bar license required.
Job description
Experienced litigation attorney. The individual in this role will independently manage a caseload, evaluate, and negotiate settlements of plaintiff's personal injury files with the assistance of paralegal case managers.
Candidate requirements
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No less than 5 years of personal injury experience.
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Proven ability to independently oversee personal injury cases.
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Experience preparing, reviewing, and negotiating settlement demand packages.
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The ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, and under deadlines.
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A high level of professionalism and the ability to provide the ultimate in client service.
Key responsibilities
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Manage a caseload of pre-lawsuit cases, including identifying and triggering 1st party insurance, identifying 3rd party insurance, planning and gathering documents to support demand packages, and experience evaluating cases and negotiating settlements.
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Accountability for administrative tracking on files for statutes of limitations.
Please email your cover letter and résumé, under subject "PreLit Attorney", to sorina@justiceforyou.com.
King County is seeking an experienced litigator responsible for assisting a team of labor negotiators in the Office of Labor Relations. For more information, or to apply.
Well-regarded, established high-quality law firm seeks an associate to practice in its thriving healthcare practice. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years experience in healthcare and hospital matters, including experience in drafting and dealing with contracts involving medical groups, facilities, providers, and insurers; Stark, Anti-Kickback and Fraud & Abuse regulations, HIPAA, other regulatory and compliance matters, and litigation. General business and real estate transaction experience would be a plus. The candidate must be personable, self-motivated, a team player, have outstanding academic credentials, and be an excellent writer. The firm combines a great quality of life, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits with an ideal location on the Eastside and opportunity to participate in a successful practice with partnership opportunities. All inquiries will be handled in complete confidence. Please send résumé to turner@lfa-law.com or P.O. Box 908, Kirkland, WA 98034.
Established 3-member Bellingham firm wishes to add a partner to join established estate planning, probate, trust, and elder law practice. Excellent location. At least 5 years’ experience and desire to work in an overhead-sharing arrangement preferred. Terms flexible. Send letter of interest and résumé to: P.O. Box 5846, Bellingham, WA 98227-5846.
Career Services
Résumé/career consultations for attorneys — 30-minute sessions – $85. Lynda Jonas, Esq., owner of Legal Ease L.L.C. — Washington's Attorney Placement Specialists since 1996 — works with attorneys only, in Washington state only. She has unparalleled experience counseling and placing attorneys in our state's best law firms and corporate legal departments. It is her opinion that more than 75 percent of attorney résumés are in immediate, obvious need of improvement. Often these are quick, but major, fixes. Lynda is uniquely qualified to offer résumé assistance and advice/support on best steps to achieve your individual career goals within our local market. She remains personally committed to helping attorneys land the single best position available to them. All sessions are conveniently offered by phone. Please e-mail legalease@legalease.com or call 425-822-1157 to schedule.
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