About the Opportunity
Premier Global Links LLC is recruiting on behalf of a confidential, established law firm seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join its Seattle-based legal team.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience, strong legal research and writing skills, and hands-on experience handling complex disputes in state and federal courts.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage commercial litigation matters from initial case assessment through trial preparation.
- Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda.
- Lead discovery, depositions, motion practice, and oral arguments.
- Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with partners and senior attorneys.
- Represent client interests in state and federal court proceedings.
- Analyze case law and develop persuasive legal arguments.
- Handle insurance coverage and bad faith disputes when applicable.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- Active Washington State Bar admission.
- 3–5 years of commercial litigation experience.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
- Hands-on experience with depositions, oral arguments, and trial-related work.
- Ability to manage cases independently and collaborate effectively with a legal team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, or insurance defense litigation.
- Admission to the Oregon, Idaho, or Alaska Bar, with relevant practice experience.
- Experience handling cases in both federal and state courts.
- Strong background in complex commercial disputes.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual base salary: $210,000–$235,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive employee benefits package.
- Additional benefits and compensation details provided during the hiring process.
Work Location
Full-time, on-site position based in Seattle, Washington.
Work Authorization
Applicants must have current U.S. work authorization. Employment visa sponsorship is not available.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We welcome qualified applicants from diverse professional backgrounds. Employment decisions are based on relevant qualifications, legal experience, and business requirements.