Attorney

Law Offices of Michael Clark • Tacoma, WA, US

Posted 11 months ago

Description

Our law firm is looking for an attorney who is ready to represent our existing client base. The ideal candidate will work closely with the firm’s clients, administrative staff, and senior partners. If you have the ability to handle a diverse caseload, have stellar research and writing skills, can communicate effectively, and use today’s technology well, please start your application today!

Responsibilities

Handle all aspects of litigating personal injury cases from initial filing through trial/arbitration or settlement

Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution
Preside over paralegals, administrative assistants in connection with keeping track of time records, reviewing client billing, setting up client meetings and completing client projects
Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action

Qualifications

2-5 years of experience representing clients in arbitrations and trials
WSBA Membership required

Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred Association
Work independently while handling a heavy caseload
Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working in a law firm environment

Compensation

$100,000/year

About Law Offices of Michael Clark

We are a law firm made up of regular people. We help injured people financially recover so they can get their lives back. We do cases throughout Washington State. Most of our cases are in Pierce, King, and Thurston counties. We are relentless about bringing value to every client. We are not a settlement mill. We file lawsuits in most of our cases. We believe in recognizing humanity in all people. We embrace diversity and change. We have fun helping people. We are a team. We win together and we learn together.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Hybrid work possible