What does an Associate Attorney do?
An Associate Attorney is a pivotal member of a legal team. Associate Attorneys conduct extensive legal research, draft legal documents, assist the team with case management, and attend legal proceedings, offering the highest level of legal service to clients and all parties involved.
Law firms and legal teams need Associate Attorneys in all areas of practice, including real estate law, corporate law, litigation, intellectual property law, tax law, and employment law.
Associate Attorney Responsibilities
- Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues to appropriately handle legal matters.
- Conduct research using legislation, case law, and other legal texts.
- Draft legal documents as appropriate for the specific legal matter.
- Assist in case management through managing legal documentation flow, preparing for meetings, hearings, or depositions, and managing deadlines.
- Represent clients at meetings, hearings, and trials.
- Ensure confidentiality and proper data storage for all parties involved.
- Remain abreast of changes to legislation and actively participate in continuing education practices.
Associate Attorney Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensure to practice law in the State of Washington.
- Generally, 0-5 years of experience practicing law, depending on the team’s needs.
- Familiarity with legislation and case law within the specific area of practice needed.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to make decisions quickly and decisively.
- A high degree of integrity, commitment to client service, and a keen eye for detail.
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