2 to 4 Year Associate Attorney - WA Barred

Associate Attorney – WA Barred, with opportunity for trial experiencePosition open until filled

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Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC (PCVA), a national plaintiff's law firm with a team of 36 accomplished attorneys, is seeking a talented and dedicated Associate Attorney with 2 or more years of experience to join our litigation practice group. The is a full-time position in our Seattle office.
Our firm continues to expand, and this position will focus on the growing practice of seeking justice for sexual abuse survivors. This position is ideal for a junior attorney anxious to develop litigation and trial skills. We are a smaller firm, so you will be entrusted with more responsibility than your peers at large firms.
As an Associate Attorney at PCVA, you will play a crucial role in supporting our clients by handling many aspects of litigation, which may include:Managing cases from inception to completionMaintaining strong client relationshipsDrafting persuasive motions and confidently presenting arguments in courtSkillfully conducting and defending depositionsSuccessfully taking cases to trial
Our ideal candidate will have:A strong interest in complex plaintiffs' personal injury litigation and a passion for advocating on behalf of survivors of childhood sexual abuse2+ years of experience in litigation (clerking after bar admission will be considered)Outstanding interpersonal and communication skillsExceptional research and writing abilitiesA robust work ethic and meticulous attention to detail, including the capacity to multi-task under pressureA valid license to practice law in Washington
The compensation structure for this position provides an annual salary starting at $185,000 dependent on experience, plus a generous bonus program which rewards experience and performance. In 2025, our associates with 2 to 4 years of experience received TOTAL compensation ranging between $250,000 and $500,000.
Our bonus structure is comprised of two components. The first, an objective bonus, is triggered when the firm successfully achieves its annual revenue target. The second component is a subjective bonus, allocated at the end of the year, which is designed to recognize individual performance. We maintain an annual billing requirement of 1900+ hours for all attorneys plus 100 marketing hours annually. As a contingency-based firm, we operate under the principle that our victories are shared ones. This principle is embodied in our bonus structure, rewarding our attorneys generously whenever the firm succeeds. xzbcwsv
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:Full coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) plan with a profit-sharing componentCompany-provided iPhone and laptopFlexible scheduleHealth savings accountPaid time offProfessional development assistanceRetirement planSupplemental bonus pay
Job Type: Full-time
To apply, please submit resume, law school transcript, and a legal writing sample.