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Positions Available for the week of July 21, 2008Contract attorney for criminal defense, Mon – Fri, 2 – 3 hours each morning. Send résumés: Kirshenbaum & Goss, 1314 Central Ave S. #101, Kent, WA 98032. T-Mobile USA has an exciting opportunity for a senior corporate counsel, privacy in Bellevue, WA. Please apply online at www.t-mobile.com/jobs to req. #192234. EOE. Contract positions available for candidates with prior experience drafting and negotiating SOWs (including SLAs, deliverables, scope of services, payment terms), Master Services Agreements (including limitation of liability, indemnification, IP, etc.), Master License Agreements, NDAs, Terminations, etc. Procurement/Sourcing experience desired but not required. JD desired but not required. Please contact Patty Springberg at pspringberg@hanselltierney.com. Positions Available for the week of July 14, 2008Fain Sheldon Anderson & VanDerhoef, PLLC, a boutique firm of 9 defense attorneys in Downtown Seattle, is seeking a litigation attorney to join its Seattle office. We are looking for an attorney with at least 3 years of significant litigation experience, preferably in healthcare law. Candidates must possess outstanding academic credentials along with strong writing, research, communication, and interpersonal skills. We offer a friendly business environment with competitive salary and benefits package. Mail résumé and cover letter to Charice Bale, 701 Fifth Ave., Ste. 4650, Seattle, WA 98104, or e-mail to charice@fsav.com. Betts, Patterson & Mines, P.S. is seeking an associate attorney with at least two years of professional experience, preferably in insurance coverage, or commercial or general civil litigation to join its insurance coverage practice group. Applicants should be admitted in WA, be eligible for reciprocity admission, or have plans to take the WA bar at next opportunity. Prior bar admission in Oregon, Idaho or Montana is a plus. We offer a competitive salary, exceptional benefits and the opportunity to build a solid legal career. Please submit your résumé, cover letter, and writing sample via e-mail to Human Resources Coordinator at Betts-Employment@bpmlaw.com. The Yakima Division of Child Support currently has an opening for Claims Officer I. The claims officer represents the Division in child support issues that go to a Hearing before an administrative law judge and assists support officers in clarifying points of law. It is a 40-hour per week position offering an escalating salary, and excellent benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, comprehensive medical insurance, and retirement. The claims officer position is an excellent opportunity to work in the government sector with many promotional opportunities. Apply on-line at http://www.careers.wa.gov/ or call Patti for more information at 509-249-6075 or 1-800-441-0859. Contract public defender. Grant County Superior Court. Do you have two years of criminal practice, but are looking for more trial experience? We have an immediate need for an attorney to provide indigent defense services for felony case assignments. Annual contract compensation from $95,000.00+ DOE. Caseload cap of 150 felonies; commuting possibilities from Seattle, Spokane, etc. Send letter outlining your qualifications and a résumé to: Alan White, Supervising Attorney, Grant County Public Defender System, 1426 South Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837. awlawfirm@donobi.net. Legal assistant/paralegal. We are seeking an energetic person to join our busy litigation team. Paralegal certificate or currently pursuing paralegal certificate desired. Two years of law firm or office experience preferred. This full-time position requires an extremely organized self-starter. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, have excellent written and oral communication skills and be accurate and detail conscious. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Please submit cover letter, résumé and references via e-mail to cwarim@earthlink.net or by mail to: The Law Office of Robert M. Arim, PLLC, P.O. Box 23730, Federal Way, WA 98093. City Prosecutor – City of Federal Way Serve as prosecuting attorney for the City in jury and bench trials and other court and administrative hearings regarding infraction, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor cases and related civil matters such as forfeiture or code enforcement. Requires law degree with admission to the WSBA and the equivalent of two years experience in criminal trial practice. $4,972-6,297/month. Closes 8/1/08. Visit http://www.cityoffederalway.com/ or contact 253-835-2531 for additional info./application. Eight attorney firm in downtown Seattle specializing in insurance defense and insurance coverage seeks an attorney with at least five years experience in litigation to work full time for at least 3-5 months. Position might become full time. Must be able to capably handle all aspects of defending multiple cases, perhaps through trial, with limited supervision. Salary DOE. Send résumés to admin@tcplaw.com. Featured Legalease position - Complex litigation associate to join highly regarded smaller firm with extremely high profile clients and large firm compensation structure. Laterals only, at least 1+ years experience and excellent academic background required. Profit sharing and partner track! See full list of positions currently available at http://www.legalease.com/. Submit résumé in strict confidence to Lynda Jonas, Esq. at ljonas@legalease.com. or Tara Duerre at tduerre@legalease.com / Ph: 425-822-1157. Keller Rohrback L.L.P. is seeking a litigation paralegal with a minimum of 3 years of experience to work on multi-party plaintiff class action cases with the Complex Litigation Group. Job duties include managing all aspects of discovery, cite checking briefs, drafting and/or editing pleadings. Significant knowledge of legal concepts, legal terminology and legal processes is required. You must be able to maintain positive contact with clients and class members and observe strict confidentiality of firm and client matters. You will be the main contact for class members of your assigned cases. Additional information at www.kellerrohrback.com/jobs_staff.aspx. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and résumé to Human Resources, 1201 Third Ave., Ste. 3200, Seattle, WA 98101 or to HR@kellerrohrback.com. No phone calls, please. Positions Available for the week of July 7, 2008
Deputy tribal prosecutor. Lummi Nation. Bellingham, WA. F/T Permanent. Salary: $60,000 DOE. Plus Benefits. For a complete job description and employment application, please contact the LIBC Human Resources Dept. @ 360-384-2381, e-mail: carolv@lummi-nsn.gov. Closes: July 24. In-house commercial real estate attorney. Born and bred in the NW, this Seattle-based public company continues to expand internationally, and that growth has reached the legal department of its corporate office, which has announced an immediate opening for a commercial real estate attorney. Applicants must have a minimum of three years commercial real estate experience (to include business/commercial litigation) and an innate knowledge of lease drafting and negotiation, and purchase and sale agreements. Contracts experience is appreciated, as well. A strong academic background and excellent writing skills are essential, and though law firm credentials are desirable, they are not required. WSBA membership is required, although consideration will also be given to those candidates with the ability to waive into WSBA. With swift deadlines and a rapidly paced work environment, this attorney must be quick to adapt and able to juggle multiple projects. Success could lead to future opportunities for more corporate transactional work with this outstanding company, which boasts of an extremely low turnover rate among its legion of first-rate employees, all of which earn an excellent compensation package. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to e-mail a résumé and cover letter in confidence to: gww@pacificlawjobs.com Attention: Principal Recruiter. Merger and acquisition attorney. Micron Technology, Inc. is looking for a merger & acquisition attorney for our Boise, ID location. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of merger & acquisition experience with a preference for corporate experience in a high tech industry. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, & a dynamic work environment. Visit www.micron.com/jobs to review the full description & apply. Olympia law firm of eight attorneys - Seeking office administrator, minimum 5 years legal management experience with strong financial background including but not limited to A/P, A/R, billing and month/year end management, ability to collect data and create spreadsheets. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to successfully delegate, and build strong relationships with our clients and vendors. General office management includes HR duties as well as management of building and equipment maintenance, IT issues and office records. Must be flexible and have a positive attitude. Excellent benefit package, including 401K. Compensation DOE. Please send résumé and cover letter to kfortney@bgwp.net or fax to 360-786-6943. Laterals and associates. Quid Pro Quo - Global Executive and Legal Search - has current openings for transactional and litigation contract attorneys in Seattle. We also have opportunities in Seattle and Portland for partners, of counsel, and associates with experience in: (1) intellectual property; (2) patent prosecution; (3) environmental law; (4) energy law; (5) corporate transactions; and (6) real estate transactional law. We also have a new in-house counsel position for an attorney with 5+ years of transactional experience in real estate/commercial leasing, and candidates with additional experience are encouraged to apply. Interested attorney candidates, please contact Quid Pro Quo in confidence at 206-224-8269 or at SearchTeam@QPQlegal.com. For over thirteen years, Quid Pro Quo, the executive and attorney placement division of Law Dawgs, Inc., has operated as the leading provider of quality attorney recruitment for direct hire and contract attorney placement in the Puget Sound. Please visit our website at http://www.qpqlegal.com/ for opportunities. Partner opportunities - Do you need a law firm that will provide a better platform and greater support for your practice? Quid Pro Quo, Attorney Search Consultants, has multiple exceptional opportunities for discerning partners. We have been retained to assist highly regarded law firms in the Seattle area with their search for laterals with expertise in the following: (1) Business law with a transactional emphasis supporting private or public companies and closely held businesses; (2) Patent prosecutors and IP transactions; (3) Employment law with experience in employment litigation and advising/counseling employers; (4) Real estate transactions, preferably representing developers; and (5) Financial institutions litigation or transactional work with a practice focused on representation of financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, or securities firms. Initial inquiries welcome. All inquiries are held in the strictest confidence. We are seeking attorneys with 10+ years of experience, who are leaders in their field with a portable book of business. Quid Pro Quo delivers discrete highly personalized service. You may contact Jean Seidler Thompson, Esq. at JT@QPQLegal.com or 206-224-8269. Attorney: Downtown Tacoma law firm is seeking an attorney with 3+ years experience in private practice. Must be able to work independently with clients and possess superior time management skills. Competitive salary, benefits and bonus program are provided. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong academic background and client base. Send résumé and writing sample to: Monte Bersante, Davies Pearson PC, PO Box 1657, Tacoma, WA 98401. All applications will be held confidential. Small law firm, located in Seattle's Fremont neighborhood and representing several Fortune 500 companies, is looking for an attorney to assist on a part-time (i.e., 2-4 days per week) or full-time basis. Applicants should have at least 2+ years of solid experience handling technology transactions (principally licensing and services agreements related to software, voice/data communications and the Internet). Firm is committed to working with qualified applicants in order to balance work schedule with the rest of life's activities. Please send résumé and cover letter to Whit Leibow (wleibow@corecloudedge.com), CoreCloudEdge Law Group, PLLC, 600 N. 36th St., Ste. 301, Seattle, WA 98103. No phone calls, please! City of Tacoma. Human Rights Case Investigator Maj/Fed – employment. If this position sounds interesting to you, please go to the City of Tacoma web-site at www.cityoftacoma.org/jobs. Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney in our Bothell office. As field staff counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate to large value involving increasingly complex legal issues. Experience in construction defect litigation and commercial worksite injuries preferred, but not essential. For a complete description and to apply, please go to Libertymutualgroup.com. Click on Careers, Search Jobs, Job Number: 01341 or search job location. Liberty Mutual is an EEOC employer committed to a diverse workforce. Bishop, White & Marshall, P.S., seeks an attorney with at least three years of experience in creditor rights, including bankruptcy and consumer collection law. Other requirements include excellent writing and analytical skills, a strong work ethic and an ability to work in an independent work environment. Membership in the WSBA is required, and admission to the Oregon Bar and Idaho Bar Associations is preferred. Send a cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to: Christina Pember, Human Resources Manager, Bishop, White & Marshall, P.S., 720 Olive Way, Ste. 1301, Seattle, WA 98101 or e-mail to cpember@bwmlegal.com. Bishop, White & Marshall, P.S., seeks an associate attorney with experience in creditor rights and consumer collection law. Other requirements include excellent writing and analytical skills, a strong work ethic and an ability to work in an independent work environment. Membership in the WSBA and California Bar Associations is required and admission to the Oregon Bar and Idaho Bar Associations is preferred. Send a cover letter, résumé , and writing sample to: Christina Pember, Human Resources Manager, Bishop, White & Marshall, P.S., 720 Olive Way, Suite 1301, Seattle, WA 98101 or e-mail to cpember@bwmlegal.com. Request for letters of interest: The Yakima County Department of Assigned Counsel is seeking letters of interest for professional services contracts representing indigents in each of the following areas: adult felony, juvenile offender, and juvenile 'Becca' caseloads. The target date for commencement of services is Sept. 1, 2008 and Jan.1, 2009. Attorneys must be licensed in WA and meet basic Washington Defender Association qualifications for the case type involved. These contracts require at least 95% of the attorney's practice time. Attorneys are independent contractors and responsible for all normal office overhead, including taxes and assessments. Experts, investigators, and interpreters are provided separately. Partial contracts, or contracts which limit the type of cases assigned, will be considered. Attorneys interested in combining into small practice firms or office sharing arrangements are encouraged to respond. Basic contract compensation is $80,066 for Becca, $91,832/yr for juvenile offender, and $101,725/yr for adult felony. Letters of interest or proposals should include a résumé, references, and should address qualifications under WDA standards. Inquiries and submittals may be sent to the Yakima County Department of Assigned Counsel, 311 North 4th St., Ste. 104, Yakima, WA 98901. For further information, please contact L. Daniel Fessler, Director, at 509-574-1166 or at daniel.fessler@co.yakima.wa.us . Yakima County is an equal opportunity employer. Positions Available for the week of June 30, 2008
Associate attorney. Tacoma law firm seeks an attorney to work in its commercial, estate and real estate litigation practice and to handle some business transactions. At least 2 years experience preferred. Business development incentives possible in addition to competitive base compensation package. Collegial environment with great clients. Forward résumé and a writing sample to Office Manager at P O Box 2315, Tacoma, WA 98401 or e-mailing the same to smatz@turnbullborn.com. Corporate compliance analyst. Founded in 1974, Qualis Health's mission is to generate, apply, and disseminate knowledge to improve the quality of healthcare delivery and health outcomes. We're looking for an assertive team player to manage our existing corporate compliance program. In this new role, you'll: Research and clarify regulatory requirements, processes, and guidelines; Monitor and report results of our compliance and ethics efforts; Respond to alleged violations; and develop and maintain an effective compliance communication and training program. You'll bring at least three years of related work experience and a Bachelor's degree (or the equivalent combination of work experience and education). Experience in healthcare is preferred, including familiarity with healthcare laws, regulations, and standards and an understanding of reimbursement systems, risk management, and performance improvement. To apply, e-mail your résumé to jobs@qualishealth.org using "Corporate Compliance Analyst" as your subject line. Qualis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Part time labor and employment attorney. Labor law firm seeks attorney to participate in its litigation matters on behalf of public sector labor organizations and employment plaintiffs. Preference is for candidate with two or more years experience. Some flexibility in scheduling; position would be a good fit for candidate with existing part time practice. Great opportunity for candidate seeking to gain hands on experience in a challenging arena with a team committed to its work. Résumé and writing samples to: clinelawfirm@clinelawfirm.com or 1001 4th Ave., Ste. 2301 Seattle, WA 98154. Associate attorney. Olympia plaintiffs' personal injury and wrongful death litigation firm has position for disciplined, energetic and motivated attorney. A minimum of two years plaintiff or insurance defense experience preferred. Send cover letter, résumé and writing sample to: Ron Meyers & Associates PLLC, 4134 Hunter Mill Ln. NE, Olympia, WA 98516 or by e-mail: ron@rm-law.us. Now is an extraordinary moment in the fight for civil liberties. Are you up for the challenge? Be a part of an admired and respected team with the nation's premier civil liberties/civil rights organization. The ACLU is pursuing a multi-year strategic educational and organizing campaign in Washington, the Marijuana Policy Project (MEP), to reframe public thinking about marijuana laws. We seek a self-motivated public policy advocate to work with the Marijuana Education Project Director to advance this work. For complete job description and application instructions see: www.aclu-wa.org/aboutus/jobs. Applications accepted until position is filled. Request for Statement of Qualifications for the position of hearing examiner to the City of Fife. The City of Fife requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms or individuals who wish to be considered for the position of hearing examiner (examiner) for the City of Fife, Pierce County, WA. On August 22, 2006, the Fife City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1593-06, establishing a hearing examiner system for the purpose of hearing and deciding certain land use actions such as variances, conditional use permits, appeals, and other quasi-judicial and administrative determinations. Copies of Ordinance No. 1593-06 may be obtained by contacting the City of Fife. Individuals or firms submitting an SOQ for this position should familiarize themselves with this ordinance. Minimum qualifications/terms of service and compensation: The City of Fife will retain a hearing examiner under a professional services contract that will specify terms of service and compensation. Minimum qualifications for the examiner are five (5) or more years experience in at least one of the following areas: land use planning, environmental sciences, law, architecture, engineering, or economics as well as such training or experience as will qualify the examiner to conduct quasi-judicial or administrative hearings. The examiner shall hold no other appointive or elected public office or position in Fife's city government. Requirements for SOQ: Each SOQ should not exceed 10 pages and should clearly state the individual's or firm's rates of compensation, qualifications, experience, references and identify key personnel and their positions. The deadline for submissions is July 31st, after which time the City will review all submitted SOQ(s). Upon review of the submitted SOQ(s), the City may elect to conduct interviews with one or more firms or individuals. Please send SOQ to the attention of: Carl Smith, AICP, Community Development Director, City of Fife, 5411 23rd St. E., Fife, WA 98424. Civil rights – discrimination trial attorney. The Center for Justice in Spokane seeks a trial attorney with at least five years of experience handling civil rights and discrimination claims (employment, housing, education, etc.) This person will handle all aspects of a litigation caseload and provide leadership and coaching for law students and volunteer advocates. The person will also engage local communities and their leaders in creating a more sustainable and just community. Experience in class action litigation, formal and/or informal coaching of law students/new associates, and foreign language ability are a plus. "The Center for Justice is a non-profit law firm committed to the experience of Justice, with those of limited or no resources or influence, through compassion and an awareness of the sacredness of the Earth." The Center's six lawyers focus their litigation in three areas: 1) civil rights, 2) government accountability, and 3) environmental health. The firm also offers a Community Advocacy program that provides poverty law services on-site and a Street Law program that provides walk-up legal education to individuals in public venues. The Center employs a dozen law and undergraduate students, six support staff and is supported by several volunteer lawyers and community volunteers. The Center's salary structure is comparable to WA state-wide legal services offices but each salary is negotiated individually depending on experience and responsibilities. Current employment policies also include four weeks of paid vacation, paid medical and vision coverage for the employee and family, long-term disability coverage, retirement plan contributions and partially paid dental coverage. Send cover letter, résumé and references to Susan McWhirter at smcwhirter@cforjustice.org. See our website at http://www.cforjustice.org/. Environmental attorney. Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, P.S. is seeking an attorney to join its environmental practice group. The candidate should have at least four years or more of experience dealing with environmental law issues. Primary responsibilities will involve representing corporations, property owners, developers, and lenders in matters relating to the investigation and cleanup of contaminated properties, including litigating cost recovery actions, negotiating cleanup orders with federal, state, and local agencies, and securing regulatory closure for complex sites. Substantial experience with CERCLA and MTCA is mandatory. Some familiarity with real estate and land use law would be helpful. The applicant will be expected to have exceptional academic credentials, and excellent writing and negotiation skills. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to Eileen Kraabel, Recruiting Administrator, Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, P.S., 1221 Second Ave., Ste. 500, Seattle, WA 98101-2925, or e-mail your application materials to ejk@hcmp.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a culturally diverse workplace. Transactional attorney. Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, P.S. is seeking an attorney to join its Business and Real Estate Group. The candidate should have approximately two to four years of experience dealing with transactional real estate and financing law issues. Primary responsibilities will include representing property owners, developers and lenders in negotiating and documenting entities for development projects, financing transactions, leases and other agreements for the sale and development of real property. Some familiarity with real estate and business transactions would be helpful. The applicant will be expected to have exceptional academic credentials and excellent writing and negotiation skills. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and a copy of your law school transcripts to Eileen Kraabel, Recruiting Administrator, 1221 Second Ave., Ste. 500, Seattle, WA 98101-2925, or e-mail your application materials to ejk@hcmp.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a culturally diverse workplace. The City of Sumner is seeking a highly-qualified part-time municipal court judge. This position is open until filled with a first review on July 11. To apply, please submit letter of interest and résumé to: City of Sumner – Human Resources Department, 1104 Maple St., Ste. 200 Legal - staff attorney, Federal Public Defender, Seattle office. Min. 5 yrs. trial exp. pref'd. Starting salary $70K to $130K DOE. Mail a cover ltr, résumé & contact info for 2 work refs to: Personnel, Federal Public Defender, 1601 Fifth Ave., Ste. 700, Seattle, WA 98101. See website at http://waw.wawfpd.org/ for more info. Open until filled. EOE. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. No e-mail applications accepted. No inquiries. Positions Available for the week of June 23, 2008Deputy hearing examiner. Snohomish County, WA. Snohomish County is recruiting a deputy hearing examiner to conduct quasi-judicial hearings and prepare written decisions on land use applications, appeals from SEPA threshold determinations, code enforcement appeals and cases, and business licenses. A detailed description of the positions and application materials are available on the Snohomish County website (http://www.snoco.org/, search for "JOBS"). Salary: $68,192 - $96,360 annually, D.O.Q. The position requires a law degree combined with at least three (3) years as a hearing examiner OR equivalent education/experience as described on the County website. Qualified individuals should submit a statement of interest, a résumé including salary history, five job-related references and a completed Snohomish County application form and supplemental questionnaire (available at www.snoco.org, search for "JOBS") no later than July 10 to: Carri Schlade, Admin. Asst., Snohomish County Council, 3000 Rockefeller, M/S 609, Everett, WA 98201. Tel: 425.388.3494. Corporate attorney and a labor attorney wanted for law firm in Bellevue. Seeking 1 contract attorney with at least 5 years of experience in corporate law, intellectual property, software licensing, and related experience, and 1 contract attorney specializing in labor law. Please fax résumé to 425- 484-2043. Established high-quality firm in Kirkland seeks an associate with minimum two years experience in litigation, real estate and business transactions. Ideal credentials include strong writing skills, success in law school, solid experience, entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to work in a collegial environment in an expanding law practice. The firm combines quality of life, a competitive salary and excellent benefits with an ideal location and an opportunity to participate in a successful practice. Please send a cover letter and résumé to Livengood, Fitzgerald & Alskog, Attn: Karen Turner, PO Box 908, Kirkland, WA 98083 or e-mail turner@lfa-law.com. Attorney – NDA, Seattle public defender agency, seeks FT entry-level attorney. Must have current WSBA license. Application at www.nwdefenders.org. E-mail or mail application, cover letter, résumé and writing sample to Attn: Terry Howard, 1111 Third Ave. Ste. 200, Seattle, WA 98101 or terry.howard@nwdefenders.org. No faxes or phone calls. EOE Application deadline: June 25. Municipal law attorney. Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney Civil Division. The Civil Division of the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's office seeks an attorney with a minimum of three years of experience for its Municipal Law Unit. This unit provides legal services to county officials and agencies on a broad variety of legal matters, excluding land use, employment, and tort claims. Municipal Law deputies provide legal services to assigned agencies working in a collegial setting, often with significant independence. Duties include providing oral and written advice; preparing or reviewing contracts, deeds, or other instruments; assisting with public disclosure matters; and some litigation. Applicants should have a strong interest in public and administrative law; excellent research, analysis, and communication skills; and experience in computer-aided research and word processing. The ability to work with other attorneys, support staff, and county personnel is essential. U.S. citizenship and membership in the Washington State Bar Association are required upon hiring. Salary DOE, plus generous benefits and leave package. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, résumé, writing sample, and references to: Thomas H. (Rick) Robertson, Assistant Chief Civil Deputy, Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, 3000 Rockefeller Ave., M/S 504, Everett, WA 98201, or by e-mail to civil.prosecutor@co.snohomish.wa.us. Position open until filled; interviews starting July, 2008. Snohomish County is an equal opportunity employer. Deputy I or II or senior deputy, DOQ. Whatcom County Public Defender's Office, in Bellingham, has an opening for a Deputy I or II or senior deputy, DOQ, to act as court-appointed counsel representing individuals accused of misdemeanors or felonies in superior, district and juvenile courts. The closing date is 5:00 p.m. on July 7. Please refer to our County website in order to apply: www.whatcomcounty.us/jobs. Please follow all instructions listed on the web site in order to be considered for our subject job opening. Washington Appleseed Center for Law in the public interest seeks a full-time executive director. See www.waappleseed.org for full job description and application process. General counsel. Candidate needs to provide professional, accurate, objective and timely legal services as the chief legal advisor to Public Utility District No. 1 of Cowlitz County and its Board of Commissioners, including advice on local, State and Federal law, regulation and litigation consistent with the professional obligations of public attorneys. Provides leadership and professional support in complex business transactions as the District's representative and Counsel. For a complete list of job requirements, visit www.cowlitzpud.org and click on the About Us link or contact Katrina Perkins at 360.577.4695. Competitive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer. Attorney. Yakima County. Dept. of Assigned Counsel. $45, 270 – $64,544 annually. There is one vacancy with Yakima County Department of Assigned Counsel. Assignments and duties will depend on experience and the needs of the department. Admission to the WSBA is required. Applicants with a minimum of two years practice experience may qualify for Senior Attorney classification. The hiring salary range for the attorney classification is $45,270 to $50,952 per year. Applications must be received in the Yakima County Human Resources Department, 128 N. 2nd St., Rm. B27 Courthouse, Yakima, WA 98901, 509-574-2210 or in-state 1-800-572-7354 ext. 2210, by 4:00 p.m., July 10. E-mail www.co.yakima.wa.us. Shareholder/senior associate position. Hanson Baker is looking to add a shareholder or sr. associate in the areas of land use, environmental law, business law, real estate or estate planning. Hanson Baker is a Bellevue-based AV-rated firm that has served companies and individuals in the Pacific Northwest for more than 50 years. Our practice focuses on business and all aspects of real estate, real estate finance, construction, land use and estate planning. We pride ourselves on the quality of our legal services and the quality of our lives outside the office. Successful applicants must have at least five years of experience working in one or more of the desired practice areas. If you are looking for a friendly and supportive work environment, where you will work with attorneys and staff who are committed to providing practical and well-reasoned advice to their clients, please send your résumé and cover letter to: Magnus Andersson, Hanson Baker Ludlow Drumheller P.S., 2229 112th Ave. NE, Ste. 200, Bellevue, WA 98004. For additional information, please visit www.hansonbaker.com. Employment law litigator. Well established mid-sized firm in downtown Portland seeks an employment law trial attorney with minimum 4+ years practicing exclusively in employment litigation. Opportunity includes both plaintiff and defendant employment law claims, in dynamic growth environment with additional opportunity for commercial litigation matters. Ideal candidate will have excellent credentials, strong writing and analytic skills, strong work ethic and good judgment. Admission to OR Bar required; WA Bar preferred. Cosgrave is a diverse group united by a commitment to excellence, professionally and personally. Compensation includes competitive salary, bonus and full package of benefits. Please send résumé, transcripts and writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Attn: Gloria Martin, 805 SW Broadway, 8th Floor, Portland, OR 97205, e-mail gmartin@cvk-law.com or fax 503 323 9019. All inquiries will be held in confidence. Civil litigator. Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP is seeking an outstanding, seasoned associate attorney with 4+years of civil litigation experience. Successful candidate will assume responsibility for complex commercial litigation. OR Bar required; WA Bar a plus. CVK attorneys are committed to providing responsive, extraordinary service to all clients, from individuals and small businesses to regional, national, and international corporations. CVK offers an exceptional professional opportunity to work with experienced litigators and grow professionally. Comprehensive compensation package and full range of benefits. Interested applicants please send résumé, transcripts and a writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Attn: Gloria Martin, Human Resources Director, 805 SW Broadway, 8th Floor, Portland, OR 97205, e-mail gmartin@cvk-law.com. Fax: 503 323 9019. All inquiries will be held in confidence. Litigation associate - construction. Law firm located in downtown Portland, OR is seeking an experienced associate attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience. Successful candidates will have knowledge and interest in construction law, excellent academic record and good writing skills. Exceptional professional opportunity to work with experienced litigators and grow professionally. Competitive salary and full range of benefits. OR Bar required; WA Bar a plus. Interested applicants please send résumé, transcripts and a writing sample to Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Attn: Gloria Martin, Human Resources Director, 805 SW Broadway, 8th Floor, Portland, OR 97205, e-mail humanresources@cvk-law.com. Fax: 503 323 9019. All inquiries will be held in confidence. Tax policy Specialist 3 – Legislation & Policy. The WA State Dept. of Revenue has an incredible opportunity in the Legislation & Policy Division. Please review the opportunity details below or forward this message to interested candidates. Required qualifications: Admission to practice law in the state of WA or graduation from an accredited school of law and current admission to practice before the highest court of a state, AND two years experience as a tax policy specialist 1; one year as a tax policy specialist 2; or three years as a hearings examiner in a governmental agency, assistant attorney general, or practice as an attorney. An L.L.M. or Master's degree in taxation or closely allied field will substitute for one year of experience. Compensation: $5,010 - $6,575 per month, depending on qualifications. Click here to apply. Positions Available for the week of June 16, 2008The Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA) is seeking a qualified attorney for a position as Industrial Insurance Appeals Hearings Judge (IIAJ-3). The BIIA is a quasi judicial WA State agency that hears and decides appeals from decisions made by the Department of Labor and Industries. IIAJs conduct preliminary conferences and hearings and issue proposed decisions as part of the dispute resolution process. Minimum qualifications for the IIAJ-3: active or judicial membership in the WSBA. To apply online or for further information please visit our web-site at www.biia.wa.gov. Lathrop, Winbauer, Harrel, Slothower & Denison, LLP, an established AV rated general practice law firm located in Ellensburg, WA seeks an attorney to join our diverse practice. Will consider both lateral and entry level positions. This opening presents a unique opportunity to develop your own practice with the collegiality and support of experienced attorneys with diverse successful practices without the difficulties and trade offs inherent in large firm practice. Respond with cover letter and résumé to John P. Winbauer, PO Box 1088, Ellensburg, WA 98926; jwinbauer@lwhsd.com. Army JAG Reserve. Join the JAG Reserves! Accepting applications for the Northwest U.S. Army JAG Reserves. JAG reservists have the opportunity to practice in diverse areas of the law, including criminal (prosecution and defense), international law, administrative law, tort, labor, wills and estate planning. Postings available at Fort Lawton (Seattle), Fort Lewis, Spokane and Vancouver. Fellow JAG reservists work in private, government, and corporate practice. Networking opportunities abound. Do something interesting for a change and help soldiers in the process! Government attorneys receive 15 paid days military leave each year, so take advantage of this extra income. Retirement and low cost medical, other benefits. For more information contact via e-mail Stephen.funderburk@us.army.mil. Avanade is looking for a vice president, legal/company secretary. This position is responsible for all legal, corporate governance and compliance matters for the company. The position reports to the COO, and will work directly with the Chairman of the Board as its Company Secretary. The position requires interaction with various business partners, including the company's Senior Executive Team, the Company's Board, Sales and customer-facing organizations, customers, as well as a broad spectrum of additional internal functions such as Tax, HR, Technology Development, and Finance. eDAT Lawyer Document Reviewers. K&L Gates has immediate openings for lawyers to work as document reviewers on a temporary, project basis. Duties include the review of documents for large litigation matters. Qualifications include outstanding communications and computer skills (must be Windows computer proficient); attention to detail; and a team player. Additional requirement includes active membership with the WSBA. Prior civil litigation experience preferred. Excellent hourly compensation. Please go our website at www.klgates.com/careers/opportunities to submit your information. No phone calls please. Associate attorney: Downtown Seattle litigation firm seeks associate. A minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience is preferred. All applicants should possess superior verbal and writing skills and have a strong academic background. Excellent benefit package. Submit confidential replies, references and two writing samples to: HR Administrator, Cole, Lether, Wathen & Leid, P.C., 1000 Second Ave., Ste. 1300, Seattle, WA 98104. Experienced paralegal. Well established law firm with AV rating is seeking a paralegal with at least two years litigation experience and strong communication, research and writing skills. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with an established practice. Please send to Aric Bomsztyk, 1422 Bellevue Ave., Seattle, WA. 98122 or via e-mail to asb@bmatlaw.com. Professional liability claims manager. This position is responsible for managing enterprise-wide claims processes related to professional liability, and other lines of coverage as appropriate. Manages to conclusion all reported and outstanding claims, potential claims and lawsuits in clinical and research areas of operation. Qualifications: Licensed Oregon adjuster; CPHRM; BA in business or finance; at least 10 years of professional experience in insurance/claims/risk management; at least 5 years of claims adjusting or management experience. For more information and to apply online visit www.ohsujobs.com, reference IRC23779. OHSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Expedia, Inc. is the world's leading online travel company, empowering business and leisure travelers with the tools and information they need to easily research, plan, book and experience travel. Expedia, Inc. also provides wholesale travel to offline retail travel agents and in-destination concierge service and activity desks for travelers. The Expedia, Inc. portfolio of brands includes: Expedia.com®, hotels.com®, Hotwire®, Expedia® Corporate Travel, TripAdvisor®, Expedia Local Expert™, Classic Vacations® and eLong™. Expedia, Inc.'s companies operate more than 50 global points of sale with sites in North America, South America, Latin America, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. As a corporate counsel with Expedia, Inc., you will work on diverse legal and business issues that require good judgment, flexibility, critical thinking and a practical and business-friendly approach. You will support Expedia's supplier relations teams (the Partner Services Group) on a daily basis, negotiating contracts and developing solutions to address hotel, air and car supplier issues. The corporate counsel individual will be reviewing, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements with hotel, air and car suppliers and with global distribution systems and centralized reservation systems relating to the booking of rooms, air fares and car rentals through the Expedia, Hotels.com and Hotwire worldwide points-of-sale. This individual will also provide general legal counsel on a range of commercial and contract issues. As a corporate counsel member you should have a minimum of 6 years experience with a top national or regional law firm and/or experience working in a fast-paced, in-house legal environment. For more information, please contact Cerissa Corra; ccorra@expedia.com. Conservative/libertarian Public Interest Law Foundation staff attorney: Do you want to protect private property rights? Prevent improper use of the Growth Management Act as an anti-development tool? Seek a balance between environmental protection and human needs? If you have 1+ years experience, and are dedicated to the principles of freedom and individual and economic liberties, come join the tenacious litigators in Pacific Legal Foundation's Bellevue office (www.pacificlegal.org). Candidates should have knowledge of property rights, land use, growth management and the Endangered Species Act. Requirements: Excellent writing and analytical skills; familiarity with pleading practice, discovery, and law and motion practice in federal and/or state courts. Responsibilities include lead responsibility for trial court work as well as appeals. Candidates must be a self-starter, a team player, enthusiastic, energetic, and committed to working hard for a great cause. Salary DOE. Submit cover letter, résumé, and writing sample to Tawnda Elling, Hiring Committee Coordinator, at attyjobs@pacificlegal.org. 3-lawyer Mercer Island firm seeks associate with at least 2 years litigation experience to work primarily on land use cases for public entities in informal, flexible office environment. Excellent research and writing skills required. Please send response to classifieds@wsba.org and reference Job Code #701 or mail to WSBA Bar News Job Code #701, Bar News Classifieds, 1325 Fourth Ave., Ste. 600, Seattle, WA 98101-2539. King County Bar Association seeks experienced Program Manager/Paralegal for the Housing Justice Project. See www.kcba.org for job description, qualifications and application procedure. Healthcare transactional associate. Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt, a northwest regional law firm, has an opening in the Portland, OR office for a full time associate in the Business and Corporate practice group. The ideal candidate will be strongly motivated to practice in a healthcare transactional and regulatory practice with some experience in the area, in addition to excellent research, writing and analytical skills. Schwabe, Williamson 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 Dori John, Director of Attorney Recruiting, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt, Pacwest Center, 1211 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 1600, Portland, OR 97204 or via e-mail at djohn@schwabe.com. Candidates may also submit materials online at http://www.schwabe.com/recruiting/online_apply.html. Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Featured shareholder and associate Legalease positions – (1) South end firm seeks shareholder candidate with 10+ years high end commercial real estate and corporate business transactions experience. No book of business required. Rare and solid succession opportunity! (2) Complex litigation associate to join highly regarded smaller firm with extremely high profile clients and large firm compensation structure. 2+ years experience and excellent academic background required. Profit sharing and partner track! See full list of positions currently available at www.legalease.com. Submit résumé in strict confidence to Lynda Jonas, Esq. at ljonas@legalease.com. or Tara Duerre at tduerre@legalease.com Ph: (425) 822-1157. Small North Seattle law firm seeks part-time legal assistant. Probate and corporate experience preferred; Word, Excel, and ability to learn new software programs quickly are essential. Position includes paralegal and bookkeeping duties. Family-Friendly work environment and autonomy; compensation DOE. Email cover letter & resume to BFPaulsen@aol.com. Positions Available for the week of June 9, 2008Real estate associate position. Prominent mid-size law firm seeks senior associate real estate attorney with at least four years' experience to join its downtown Seattle office. Ideal candidate is a real estate transactions attorney with experience in commercial lending, real estate purchase and sales, commercial leasing and project development. Candidates should possess strong writing skills and familiarity with complex business transactions. Firm offers great life/work culture, opportunity for growth, competitive salary and benefits. Please send response to classifieds@wsba.org and reference Job Code #695 or mail to WSBA Bar News Job Code #695, Bar News Classifieds, 1325 Fourth Ave., Ste. 600, Seattle, WA 98101-2539. The Health Care Practice Group of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking an associate with a minimum of two years experience and a background in government health care reimbursement programs, including Medicare and Medicaid, for either the firm's Seattle or Los Angeles office. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and analytic and writing skills. References are required. Please send résumé, copy of law school transcript and a brief writing sample to Kathleen Shaw, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 2200, Seattle, WA 98101-3045 or via email to kathleenshaw@dwt.com. Seattle civil litigation position — Smaller Super Lawyer-rated downtown Seattle litigation firm seeks part time associate or contract lawyer with a minimum of three years complex litigation background. The caseload involves a wide range of business disputes with the opportunity leading to a possible full time position. Strong writing skills, attention to detail, follow-through, initiative, and ability to respond quickly to assignments required. Candidates should be motivated and well organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Superior academic credentials and proven writing ability are essential. Applicant should be a member of Washington State Bar. Please e-mail your résumé, references and two writing samples to classifieds@wsba.org and reference Job Code #700. AV/Everett litigation firm seeking energetic and motivated attorney for its fast paced general litigation practice. It is expected that this attorney will initially practice in the areas of family law, employment, and general real estate/commercial litigation with some injury work also being available. While 1+ years experience is preferred, recent graduates who are members of the WSBA will also be considered. Only those candidates seeking a collegial, entertaining, fast paced, satisfying, hard working environment should consider this position. Salary and benefits are extremely competitive including medical, dental, vision, disability and retirement. Please send résumé to Hiring partner 3232 Rockefeller Ave., Everett, WA 98201. mms@cnrlaw.com or sue@cnrlaw.com. The Northwest Justice Project seeks an attorney to work on its statewide telephone legal "hotline," CLEAR (Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral) to provide legal advice, brief service and referral on civil legal problems. Qualifications include: prior experience in the practice of poverty law or equivalent experience; member WSBA or admitted within a reasonable time after employment; bilingual skills a plus; willingness to travel occasionally; technologically independent. Salary DOE. Attractive benefits package, including medical, dental and disability coverage in addition to a law school loan repayment program. Send or email (preference) cover letter explaining your interest in working at CLEAR along with résumé, references and writing sample to: Susan Encherman, Director of Administration, Northwest Justice Project, Re: CLEAR position, 401 2nd Ave. S., Suite 407, Seattle, WA 98104, suee@nwjustice.org. The Northwest Justice Project, a not-for-profit corp. providing civil legal services to low-income persons throughout WA, has an opening in its Spokane office. Primary areas of practice are: housing (including evictions, preservation of public and subsidized housing assistance); domestic relations and child custody involving domestic violence; education; consumer; government benefits; and the identification of emerging legal needs of clients and development of legal strategies to address these issues. Qualifications: member WSBA or willing and able to take next bar exam ; exp. in the relevant areas of law; strong oral and written communication skills; demonstrated competence in working with diverse clients and client communities, including clients with developmental disabilities and/or comparable cognitive impairments; commitment to providing civil legal services to the poor; and ability to collaborate effectively with other advocates and client groups. Demonstrated cultural competence with Native American persons and communities. Salary dependent on experience. Attractive benefits package, including medical, dental and disability coverage in addition to a law school loan repayment program for eligible employees. Submit résumé, references and writing sample to: Susan Encherman, Hiring Coordinator, Northwest Justice Project, re: Spokane position, 401 2nd Ave. S., Ste. 407, Seattle, WA 98104, suee@nwjustice.org. Associate attorney: Well established, medium sized general practice firm in Vancouver is seeking a Washington licensed family law attorney with a minimum one year litigation experience. Practice experience should be in family law or civil litigation, and must have a strong desire to practice family law. Competitive benefits and compensation package. Please send cover letter and résumé to: legalmanager@yahoo.com. The state of Washington, Department of Health, Health Systems Quality Assurance Division, is seeking qualified attorneys to fill new staff attorney positions (Hearings Examiner 3) with its Legal Services Office. Interested members of the Bar should reply to donna.thorson@doh.wa.gov.
Attorney needed to handle District Court with some work in Superior Court in beautiful Friday Harbor, San Juan County. Must be licensed. Experience strongly preferred. Position involves a great deal of autonomy, so applicants must be able to work primarily solo, with legal and clerical support from main office in Coupeville. For more information please see job opportunism section at http://www.tompacher.com The Benton County Prosecuting Attorney has an opening for DPA I position in District Court at $3935-4014 per month, DOE and DOQ. Good benefits. See www.co.benton.wa.us for details. Send résumé to Benton Co. Prosecutor's Office, 7122 West Okanogan Place, Kennewick WA 99336. Positions Available for the week of June 2, 2008Real estate associate position. Prominent mid-size law firm seeks senior associate real estate attorney with at least four years' experience to join its downtown Seattle office. Ideal candidate is a real estate transactions attorney with experience in commercial lending, real estate purchase and sales, commercial leasing and project development. Candidates should possess strong writing skills and familiarity with complex business transactions. Firm offers great life/work culture, opportunity for growth, competitive salary and benefits. Please send response to classifieds@wsba.org and reference Job Code #695 or mail to WSBA Bar News Job Code #695, Bar News Classifieds, 1325 Fourth Ave., Ste. 600, Seattle, WA 98101-2539. Chief judge. Lummi Nation. Bellingham, WA. Reg. F/T. Lummi Nation is seeking a chief judge. Responsible for judicial administration and overseeing the tribal court functions with work experience in Indian Tribal Courts. For a complete job description and employment application, please contact the LIBC Human Resources Dept. @ 360-384-2381, e-mail: carolv@lummi-nsn.gov. CLOSES: July 8. Medium size AV-rated firm seeks associate attorney for general civil practice. Established in 1925, we are the largest firm in a mid-sized community and have the resources to support your developing practice. If you would like to live and work in the friendly atmosphere of a mid-sized town, we would like to hear from you. Attorneys with two plus years experience preferred however, new attorneys with local ties to southwest Washington are encouraged to apply. Please send transcript, résumé and writing sample to Hiring Committee; Walstead Mertsching PS; PO Box 1549; Longview, WA 98632. Litigation associate with the Lustick Law Firm in Bellingham, WA, needed to handle felony, misdemeanor, and traffic cases in municipal, district, superior, and federal courts. Opportunities to expand into civil and family law are also possible. We seek a highly motivated self-starter, with the drive to establish a successful practice in our office. Two or more years of legal experience is strongly preferred and prior service as a prosecutor is highly desirable. We offer a competitive salary, medical insurance and benefits package with opportunities for long-term growth and advancement. Please send a résumé, references, and a cover letter to Lustick Law Firm, 222 Grand Avenue, Ste. "A", Bellingham, WA 98225. Chism, Thiel, McCafferty, Campbell & Steinmark, PLLC, a downtown Seattle law firm, seeks a contract/associate attorney with at least two years litigation experience. A background in construction law, insurance defense and/or commercial litigation is preferred. Full-time employment potential if mutually desired. Applicants should have an excellent academic background and possess superior oral and writing skills. E-mail confidential reply, résumé, salary history and writing sample to JLehne@ctmcslaw.com. Associate attorney - research/writing specialist. Busy, collegial plaintiff's personal injury firm seeks associate attorney with significant research and writing experience. Duties will include researching various legal issues and drafting and arguing motions, briefs and appeals. May also include all aspects of civil litigation and potentially jury trials. The ideal candidate will be in the top third of their law class, a team player with a strong work ethic, and have a good sense of humor for our congenial office. Law review or other journal experience a plus. Please e-mail résumé, letter of interest, and salary requirements to law@kochlaw.com. Legal assistant. Kitsap County Firm seeking personal injury paralegal. A successful candidate will be a motivated and industrious self-starter who has the ability to multi-task in a demanding deadline driven work environment, possess case management experience, including advanced litigation skills in document control, communication and organization, case analysis, preparing and summarizing discovery, drafting pleadings, preparing motions, and trial preparation. Prefer 3+ years of civil litigation experience. Salary DOE. E-mail résumés to law@kochlaw.com. Sales representative. Outsource service provider for the legal community seeking sales representative to identify and target potential customers. This position reports to the sr. vice president of West Coast Operations based in Seattle, WA. The position is responsible for generating and managing sales activities in an area not supported by a field sales office or marketing partner. Required qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of proven sales experience in the professional services industry, strong sales skills, using advanced communications, analytical and relationship building skills. Excellent benefits package. Base salary plus commission. Send résumés by e-mail to: seattlejobs@gardencitygroup.com, or by mail to: GCG, PO Box 91088, Seattle, WA 98111-9108. Associate position. Seattle office of 70+ attorney West Coast firm seeks associate with at least three years litigation experience. Practice areas include maritime, environmental, securities, financial services, and employment law. Competitive salary DOE. Send résumé, dispositive motion writing sample, law school transcript, and references to Hiring Coordinator, Keesal, Young & Logan, 1301 Fifth Ave., Ste. 1515, Seattle, WA 98101. Please no phone calls or faxes. Associate attorney position available with Morisset Schlosser Jozwiak & McGaw; specializing in Federal Indian Law. Position requires WSBA admission, minimum two years' experience, academic excellence, leadership qualities, significant writing, and social skills. Client services include litigation, advice, negotiation, research, and lobbying. Travel required. Salary DOE. Send letter, résumé and writing sample to Ann Bernheisel; Morisset, Schlosser, Jozwiak & McGaw; 801 2nd Ave., Ste. 1115, Seattle, WA 98104, or via e-mail at a.bernheisel@msaj.com. Don't forget to check opportunities with WSBA! |