Family Law Attorney

The Family Law group at Reed Longyear is seeking an attorney to join our practice. Reed Longyear is a well-established and long-standing general civil practice firm in downtown Seattle with strong ties to the local community. Our firm provides a supportive environment for attorneys with opportunities for interdepartmental collaboration. We are close to transit centers, ferries, and the King County courthouse.

Applicants should have practical knowledge of family law litigation in King County and strong research and writing skills. Applicants must be capable of handling a variety of cases with confidence. The ideal candidate must have specific experience with some or all of the following: family law litigation, dissolution/legal separation, parentage, non-parent custody/minor guardianship, modification of parenting plan/support and domestic violence protection orders. 

Responsibilities include:

• Meeting with clients to analyze and discuss legal issues and litigation strategy
• Drafting and responding to family law motions of all types
• Drafting and responding to discovery issues, including depositions
• Representing clients in court hearings, trials, arbitration, or mediation
• Applicants must be prepared to manage a variety of cases from consultation to final orders with confidence

Qualifications:

• Membership and good standing with the Washington State Bar Association
• 3+ years’ experience in family law litigation
• Qualified applicants should have experience with practice management software, support calculation software and legal research platforms
• Some experience with litigation procedure in neighboring counties (Pierce, Snohomish) preferred

Benefits offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Basic Life & LTD
• Commuter benefit
• Sick time accrual

Compensation Range: $150,000 - $200,000 annually

Direct applicants only. Please no recruiter inquiries.