A small work-life balanced law firm located in Pierce County is seeking to add an Associate Attorney to join our Workers Compensation/Social Security team. This is a full-time on-site role. Our firm provides extensive paralegal support, a team environment and we generally work a 37.5-hour work week. The firm is looking to add a highly motivated Washington State licensed associate attorney to the practice.
This is a litigation position which does require the ability to work independently and the ability to meet deadlines. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing legal representation to clients in a variety of areas, including but not limited to workers compensation and social security disability. The Associate Attorney will attend administrative hearings at the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review for Social Security disability claims, and at the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals for Workers Compensation claims. In addition to administrative hearings, the Associate Attorney will also handle superior court trials, client meetings, draft documents, and conduct legal research. Experience with medical terminology, trial practice and evidence are desired.
Qualifications
- Strong research skills with experience using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw
- Proficient in legal drafting and conducting legal research
- Familiarity with Workers' compensation law and legal administrative tasks
- Strong organization skills and a high attention to detail - Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines - Interest in helping injured workers and disabled clients
For consideration, please submit a resume and letter of interest to Hiring Partner.
Benefits
Firm covers employee's medical, dental and vision coverage, Bar due(s), CLE dues.