Top Litigation Executive oversees all litigation related to an organization and ensures maximum protection of the organization's legal rights. Acts as a liaison between outside attorneys and in-house staff. Being a Top Litigation Executive directs cases through litigation cycle, reviews new files for coverage and liability issues, and develops a cost effective defense strategy. Consults with senior management to resolve issues and decide settlements. Additionally, Top Litigation Executive requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Requires admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to top management. The Top Litigation Executive manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Top Litigation Executive typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description: A Law firm has an opening in the Seattle office for an associate in the Litigation Department with four to six years of commercial litigation experience, ideally also with clerkship experience and/or complex commercial litigation experience.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
● Strong research skills, writing skills, and academic record are required.
● Clerkship experience and/or trial experience is a plus.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic litigation team.
Benefits
The Law firm is proud to offer a comprehensive program of benefits designed to serve the diverse
needs of their attorneys and staff. They are committed to continually enhancing and expanding our
offerings. Their current benefits include: