Lead and manage complex commercial, construction, and government-related litigation in state and federal courts. Develop strategy, draft dispositive motions, take/defend depositions, support trial preparation (second-chair and potential first-chair), advise sophisticated clients, mentor junior attorneys, and contribute to business development and firm leadership with a clear path to partnership.
Trueline's client, a highly respected boutique litigation firm with a national practice representing contractors, businesses, and institutional clients, is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney to join their team in a fully remote role. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to step into sophisticated state and federal litigation, work directly with firm leadership, and build toward a long-term partnership opportunity in a collaborative, entrepreneurial practice.
**DO NOT APPLY IF YOUR BACKGROUND IS IN INSURANCE DEFENSE/CONSTRUCTION DEFECT ONLY
***THIS IS A FULLY REMOTE POSITION WITH TONS OF PERKS!
What You'll Do as the Senior Litigation Attorney:
- Independently manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Handle sophisticated commercial, construction, and government-related disputes in both state and federal courts
- Develop litigation strategy, draft dispositive motions, and prepare persuasive legal arguments
- Lead depositions, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and trial preparation
- Serve as second chair at trial, with opportunities to assume first-chair responsibilities
- Prepare and examine witnesses while developing effective trial strategy
- Build trusted relationships with sophisticated clients and serve as their primary legal advisor throughout litigation
- Mentor junior attorneys and legal staff while fostering a collaborative team environment
- Support business development initiatives and identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships
- Play a meaningful role in the firm's continued growth and future leadership
Must-Haves as the Senior Litigation Attorney:
- 5+ years of sophisticated commercial litigation, construction litigation, or closely related litigation experience
- Ability to independently manage complex litigation matters from beginning to end
- Strong motion practice, deposition, and courtroom experience
- Second-chair trial experience required
- First-chair trial experience strongly preferred
- Experience representing sophisticated commercial, government, contractor, or institutional clients
- Background with a nationally recognized or highly respected regional law firm
- Minimum of 3 years with a Top 200 or similarly respected law firm
- Senior Associate, Counsel, or Partner-level experience
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and client communication skills
- Juris Doctor from a well-regarded law school
Nice-to-Haves as the Senior Litigation Attorney:
- Construction litigation experience
- Government contracts litigation experience
- Court of Federal Claims experience
- Washington, DC Bar admission
- Additional East Coast bar admission
- Portable book of business
- Interest in a long-term leadership or partnership path
This Role Offers:
- Base salary of $175,000-$220,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates
- Additional compensation consideration for attorneys with meaningful portable business
- Profit sharing after one year, typically 8%-10% of salary
- 10% origination bonus
- Fully remote work environment
- Flexibility to maintain a home office or private office
- Access to firm office space in Seattle or Alaska, if desired
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with 3.5% Safe Harbor contribution
- Bar dues and professional association memberships paid
- Home office equipment provided
- Phone stipend
- Annual travel stipend up to $5,000
- Clear partnership track with significant leadership opportunities
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