Litigation Attorney Jobs in Washington

A Litigation Attorney, also known as a Trial Lawyer, represents plaintiffs and defendants in civil lawsuits. They manage all phases of the litigation process from the investigation, pleadings, and discovery through the pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal. Their job involves extensive research, drafting legal documents, negotiation, and presenting cases in court. Litigation Attorneys play a critical role in the legal industry, as they not only represent individuals in disputes but also protect the legal rights of businesses and corporations.

Important skills for a Litigation Attorney include strong analytical ability, excellent communication skills, a high degree of professionalism, and the capacity to handle large amounts of information. They should also be adaptable, as they need to devise the best strategic approach for each case. To become a Litigation Attorney, one must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and must have passed the state bar examination. Prior to becoming a Litigation Attorney, an individual may have served roles as a Legal Intern, Junior Lawyer, or a Legal Associate, where they gain exposure to various aspects of the law and legal practice.

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Junior and Mid-Level Patent Litigation Associate

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidates will have between one to six years of patent litigation experience. Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills are a must....

1700 - Land Use and Environmental Litigation Associate

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

This is an excellent opportunity to develop as an environmental litigation attorney....

Litigation Attorney

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

You should expect to hit the ground running by taking over a number of active cases, to include all aspects of PI litigation practice (e.g., depositions, motion practice, trial preparation, arbitrations...

Litigation Attorney (Primarily Home in Seattle)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Drafts all necessary pleadings, papers and briefs to advance litigation activities at the trial or appellate level. Conducts necessary research in support of drafting activities....

Remote Work

Litigation Attorney (Primarily Home in Seattle)

  • Home, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Home, WA
  • 3 days ago

Drafts all necessary pleadings, papers and briefs to advance litigation activities at the trial or appellate level. Conducts necessary research in support of drafting activities....

Remote Work

Sr. Liability Trial Attorney

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to general liability and auto, from inception through trial....

Sr. Liability Trial Attorney

  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago

and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to general liability and auto, from inception through trial....

Complex Litigation Attorney

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Complex Litigation Attorney *Confidential application process* Position Summary: One of our top clients is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Complex Litigation Attorney to join our...

Litigation Attorney

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 5 days ago

Prestigious Oregon law firm looking to add Litigation Attorneys to their team....

Litigation Attorney

  • Battle Ground, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Battle Ground, WA
  • 5 days ago

Prestigious Oregon law firm looking to add Litigation Attorneys to their team....

Litigation Attorney

  • Camas, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Camas, WA
  • 5 days ago

Prestigious Oregon law firm looking to add Litigation Attorneys to their team....

Litigation Attorney

  • Washougal, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Washougal, WA
  • 5 days ago

Prestigious Oregon law firm looking to add Litigation Attorneys to their team....

Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Ideal Candidate Background: Experience: 3-6 years of relevant practice experience in: Insurance coverage litigation Insurance defense Casualty defense Personal injury Product liability Construction...

Litigation Attorney

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago

in any of the following areas a major plus; general civil or commercial litigation; insurance defense, personal injury, wrongful death, insurance coverage, torts, product liability, premises liability...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Litigation Attorney Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Litigation Attorneys in Washington offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
89.1%
Bachelor's Degree
5.1%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Associate's Degree
0.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
High School or GED
0.4%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Litigation Attorneys in Washington
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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