Legal Employment Wanted
CONTRACT WORK SOUGHT by recent Bar admittee. Very good research, writing (journal experience), organizational and computer skills. Particular experience/interest in environmental and land use law, labor and employment, collections, criminal law, and litigation support (interned for prosecutor). Flexible on working arrangements and availability; self starter. $20/hr, rate negotiable for larger projects. Resume and writing samples available at www.jay-wilkinson.com. References available upon request. Jay Wilkinson. Tel: 206 218 4502; E-mail: jay.w.wilkinson@gmail.com
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAWYER: Sebris Busto James, a 9-attorney Bellevue firm representing employers in labor and employment law, seeks an associate with 1 plus years experience. Superior academic credentials are required. Prior work experience in human resources, employment law, or labor relations is preferred. Our firm has a congenial working atmosphere and provides a competitive salary and benefits. Please send cover letter and resume to Mark R. Busto, 14205 SE 36th Street, Suite 325, Bellevue, WA 98006, or email to ajendresen@sebrisbusto.com
ERISA ATTORNEY - Employee Benefits Institute of America Inc. (EBIA) in Seattle, WA. With twelve other employee benefits attorneys in our editorial group, you’ll help write and edit our reference manuals, the EBIA Weekly and other publications. You’ll also present many in-person and web seminars. You must love teaching and writing and be outstanding at both. You’ll need at least six years of experience in a major law firm as a full-time ERISA attorney advising employers and administrators on cafeteria plans, ERISA, COBRA, and HIPAA. You’ll also need an entrepreneurial spirit and top academic credentials. Most of our editors served on law review and have 10+ years of major law firm experience. We have a team of talented, caring and fun-loving people working on challenging and important issues. Experience life without billable hours, and enjoy meaningful time off. Competitive salary and benefits. Some travel required. Please send a cover
letter and resume to editor2006@ebia.com. For further information, please use your Web browser to visit www.ebia.com.
HANIS GREANEY, PLLC INVITES ATTORNEYS with at least 3 years of experience to join us in building the largest multi-service firm in South King County. Prefer attorneys with a full or partial caseload looking to take their practice to the next level through the shared resources and cross-referrals of a larger firm. Maintain substantial independence in your practice while working in a congenial and professional work environment in a beautiful new office facility only one mile from the RJC. We are especially interested in attorneys who focus in Business/Corporate Transactions, Employment, L&I, Estate Planning or IP. Please call Cynthia at (253)520-5000 or e-mail cirvine@ hgzlaw.com for more information.
INSLEE, BEST, DOEZIE & RYDER, P.S. a prominent, mid-size downtown Bellevue law firm that emphasizes collegiality and quality of life seeks lateral transfer attorney to join its business/ real estate department. Successful candidate will have minimum ten years experience, superior credentials and substantial experience with complex business transactions. Resumes will be treated confidentially. Please send resume and list of professional references to: Hiring Coordinator, Inslee, Best, Doezie & Ryder, P.S., P.O. Box C-90016, Bellevue, WA 98009.
MAGISTRATE: $82,684 - $96,674 DOQ Plus Excellent Benefits. Conduct hearings for traffic, parking, and ordinance violations for Seattle Municipal Court. Preside as an impartial arbiter, ruling on the law applying to the facts presented, make proposed settlements, and impose financial sanctions. Determine if good cause exists to vacate a default judgment or quash a warrant. Requires an LLD or JD degree, membership in the Washington State Bar Association, and at least five years of law practice with substantial criminal experience. For more information and an Online Application Form, visit www.seattle.gov/jobs by 1/29/06. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in the workforce.
MICROSOFT EMPLOYMENT LAW POSITION Focus on IP and Employee Mobility- Microsoft, the world leader in software for personal and business computing, has an immediate opening for an experienced employment attorney to work on cutting edge employment law issues in support of its dynamic and creative Human Resources Department and Senior Leaders. Primary responsibilities include: Advising HR and business leaders about complex employee mobility situations, including non-competition and non-solicitation restrictions, and employee intellectual property and trade secret issues. Handling internal investigations and preparing responses to demand letters and agency charges received from current and former employees and/or their counsel. Providing legal advice and support on employment and labor law issues concerning the business, sales, and operations groups. Developing and reviewing written HR policies, templates, handbooks, and HR intranet sites. Assisting the HR New Ventures Team in acquisitions, joint ventures, investments and spin-offs. Deliver legal training for HR Generalists and company managers. The responsibilities of this position require the ability to grasp and explain technical subject matter, think creatively to resolve situations, identify and implement systemic changes where appropriate, and frequently and regularly communicate with outside counsel, with other attorneys, paralegals and staff, Human Resources personnel, and with Microsoft leaders and executives. Qualifications Should Include: A minimum of 8 years of demonstrated work experience in employment and labor law, including counseling clients, handling significant employee mobility litigation, and conducting training. JD from an ABA accredited law school with a license to practice law, and outstanding academic credentials. Highly developed written and oral communications skills, with the ability to articulate recommendations and options about complex legal issues. Ability to partner effectively with other as a member of a legal services team. Ability to understand technology issues is preferred. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. Please submit your resume in Word format to resume@microsoft.com. Please indicate job code A445-148665 in the subject line. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.
PREG O’DONNELL & GILLETT PLLC, an A/V rated, 15-attorney litigation firm, seeks a litigation lawyer with a minimum of three years’ experience in insurance defense. Construction defect experience preferred. The successful candidate will be self motivated, independent, and a team player. We offer an excellent work environment and a competitive salary, bonus & benefits package. Please direct your confidential reply to Mark O’Donnell, Preg O’Donnell & Gillett PLLC, 1800 Ninth Avenue, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA 98101-1340. Email: modonnell@pregodonnell.com.
STOEL RIVES, LLP IS SEEKING AN ASSOCIATE to join the firm’s busy 8-attorney, construction and design practice in its Portland office. The ideal candidate has an excellent academic background and five+ years of experience handling construction litigation, contracts, claims, and procurement matters. Experience in both litigation and transactional issues preferred. Please send a cover letter and resume to Michelle Baird-Johnson, Recruiting Manager, Stoel Rives LLP, 900 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 2600, Portland, OR 97204; email mbjohnson@ stoel.com. No calls please.
Vought Aircraft Industries Provide legal advice concerning rights, obligations and privileges of the corporation on matters involving significant financial and legal risks. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on commercial, corporate matters and for the preparation, review and/or negotiation of a variety of business agreements, contracts, settlements, and pleadings. Responsible for management of outside law firms retained in connection with litigation and other matters. Experience in commercial contracts/transactional matters required. Experience in government contracts preferred. J.D. from accredited law school and active membership in a state bar required. Minimum 6 years experience. Send resume package to Vought Aircraft Industries, Law Dept 49L-29, P.O. Box 655907 Dallas, Texas 75265; email: gomezli@voughtaircraft.com
ENTRY LEVEL PARALEGAL AT YOUR SERVICE! Your willingness to train guarantees the job gets done your way. Part-time ESL teacher seeks full-time paralegal position. Primary interests include estate planning, probate, guardianship, and elder law, although open to and interested in other areas. ABA approved Advanced Paralegal Certificate, BA in Political Science, Master’s degree in Social Work, and Washington State Teacher Certification. Avoid agency fees and constraints. Gain flexibility and control. Contact: smaccready@yahoo.com.
Litigation Associate Garvey Schubert Barer, with offices in Portland, Seattle, Washington, D.C., New York and Beijing, seeks an associate for its litigation practice in Seattle, Washington. Position offers opportunity for challenging work in a collegial environment. 2-5 years experience in commercial litigation preferred. Current Washington bar membership required. Applicants must have excellent writing and analytical skills, top academic credentials, and a commitment to excellence.
Office Space for Rent/Lease
CLOSE TO GREENLAKE AND ROOSEVELT. Office within sunny, congenial suite. Large conference room with view of mountains, copier, fax, ABC messenger, wireless high speed internet, free parking, affordable. Call: (206)409-7005 or email: phobanlaw@msn.com.
BALLARD LAW OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE for one or two attorneys, library-conference room. Parking available for attorneys and clients. Located one block from “down-town” Ballard, five banks, new Public Library and a new Seattle city park (now under construction). Photocopy machine, fax and secretarial space available. Contact Jon Marvin Jonsson (206)783-4100; Fax (206)784-8916.
BEAUTIFUL NEWLY FURNISHED OFFICE WITH VIEW located in downtown Seattle retail district close to restaurants and shopping. Office available with full access to conference room, library, fax and kitchen. Please call Kerry at (206)357-4216.
CLOSE TO COURTHOUSE. Pioneer Square offices available in elegant historic landmark building. Skylights. Atrium. Greenery. A/C. Furniture available. (206)624-1783.
CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN BELLEVUE with beautiful forested atmosphere on 112th Avenue NE. Upscale professional office suite with four outside offices, reception area, kitchen, and conference room in 1,424 square feet. Ample client parking and reserved covered parking included. (425)462-5151.
CONGENIAL DOWNTOWN SEATTLE LAW FIRM (Business, I.P., Tax). Spacious offices, staff areas for sublease. Rent includes receptionist, conference rooms, law library, kitchen. Copiers, fax, DSL Internet also available. (206)382-2600.
DENNY REGRADE. PENTHOUSE SUITE OFFICE with a beautiful Lake Union view thru floor to ceiling windows. Includes use of library, kitchen and conference room. Receptionist too! Call Jay DeMers (206)441-1980.
DOWNTOWN KIRKLAND LAW OFFICE sharing arrangement available. Waterfront office, reception, two conference rooms, and all amenities necessary for a successful law practice. Contact (425)822-2200.
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE TWO WEST-FACING VIEW OFFICES and administrative stations. Share reception, conference rooms and kitchen. Located on 16th floor of Wells Fargo Center. Call Megan, Rafel Manville PLLC (206)838-2660 for more information.
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE: TWO PARTNER SIZE law offices available in Class A space for rent. Good working atmosphere. Rent $900 per month per office (on a month to month basis or for longer term) includes phone answering, mail handling, conference room, library, fax and copy machines. Secretarial station also available. Contact Bruce or Tim at (206)583-0050.
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE OFFICE SPACE WITH GREAT VIEW of Elliot Bay & Olympics. Rainier Tower at 5th & University, 26th floor. Available are three view offices and a secretarial work station. Use of the suite’s large and small conference rooms, full-time reception service, and many other amenities are included. Congenial solo practitioners and small law firms share the suite. Call office manager Kay Verelius at (206)624-8890 for more information, or to make an appointment to see the space.
KENT OFFICE SPACE. Large, fully furnished corner office in elegant, newly constructed small law office building. Gated entrance with own parking lot. Highly visible location close to RJC. Possible referrals. Contact Don Kronenberg (206)227-8831.
KENT OFFICE SPACE-One and two-attorney suites are now available in one of Kent’s most unique law office buildings. Esquire Court is conveniently located to both the Regional Justice Center and South Division District Court. Amenities include use of a conference room and possible referrals. Please contact Julie Christenson (253)859-4111.
MONTH-TO-MONTH OR LONGER SUBLEASE of up to three exterior and two interior offices in the Westlake Center Tower, 1601 Fifth Ave., Seattle. The exterior offices have a view of Elliott Bay. One of the inside offices can be used as a reception area leading from the elevator lobby. Please contact Robert Stevens at (206)447-7223 for further information.
NEW OFFICES AVAILABLE FOR SOLO OR small firm downtown Seattle, expansive view from 47th floor of Bank of America Tower. Share reception, kitchen, conference rooms (included in rent). Other administrative support available if needed. DSL/VPN access, collegial environment. Please call Connie, Badgley Mullins Law Group (206)621-6566.
NEW PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING Normandy Park - Two spaces available in Class A building includes secretary/paralegal space, kitchen, copy room, conference room, DSL, phones, ABC, and lots of free parking. Contact Peggy (206)244-3200.
NEXT TO FEDERAL COURTHOUSE. 1700 Seventh Avenue, 21st Floor, Seattle. New, executive office suites, in an up-scale, professional environment. Provided with telephones, T-1 Internet connections, conference rooms, kitchen, copy center and law library. Staffed reception, personalized phone answering and administrative services. Oceanair Restaurant and Starbucks in lobby, full-service cafeteria in the building. One month FREE with one year agreement. www.pbcenters.com Call Lisa today for tour (206)357-8400.
OFFICE SPACE - SPACIOUS OFFICE with northwesterly view, reception, use of two conference rooms, copy/work room, library and other amenities in 10-attorney suite. Potential cross-referrals. Close proximity to Pioneer Square and the Waterfront. Please call Mark for details at (206)903-6364.
PIONEER SQUARE-GRAND CENTRAL ON THE PARK. One large office in a friendly 4 attorney suite. Reception, library, conference, fax, copier, phone system and high speed internet. Reception and some secretarial available. Call Craig Beles (206)623-9119.
PIONEER SQUARE: ONE BRIGHT, QUIET, air-conditioned office available within suite. Shared reception/conference room/amenities. $800/month/negotiable. Call Teri at (206)292-3064.
PIONEER SQUARE: OFFICE SHARING AVAILABLE in unique and attractive Class A space located in traffic free area, near galleries, fine restaurants and stadiums. Two offices available in the penthouse suite with amenities that include conference rooms, staff space, library, roof-top deck surrounding perimeter of floor, kitchenette, operable windows and more. Receptionist, word processing, copying and other services are possible. For more information, call Renee at (206)292-1770.
UPSCALE BELLEVUE OFFICE, park-like setting next to 520; two offices for rent together or separately, staff space available, one corner office 18 x 14 with two walls of windows, one 12 x 18 office with full wall of windows; shared reception; conference, storage, fax, copier; free parking, furniture available; referrals possible. Call Steve (425)576-5599 x1.
WELLS FARGO CENTER, 32ND FLOOR; View attorneys’ offices. Completely equipped law office, including receptionist, conference room, electronic law library, high speed DSL access, kitchen. Call HARRIS, MERICLE & WAKAYAMA, (206)621-1818. EXPERIENCED CONTRACT ATTORNEY AT YOUR SERVICE! Legal research and writing; help with trial preparation. Resources include UW Law Library and LEXIS online research. Many satisfied clients. Elizabeth Dash Bottman (206)526-5777; email bjelizabeth@qwest.net.
Contract Employment
NEED LOCAL COUNSEL IN WHATCOM, Skagit, Island counties? Bellingham attorney with 14 years civil litigation experience will co-counsel on whole case or handle specific tasks. Michael Heatherly (360)312-5156, northwestdrg@mhpro57.com.
PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR: Custody Specialists - 37 years experience focusing on: Court Order Violations, Visitation Surveillance, Alcohol/Substance Use, Spouse Fidelity Concerns, Cohabitation Issues, Income/Asset Documentation, Background Investigations (206)374-8601 www.custodyspecialists.com jpennington@custodyspecialists.com WA Lic #601817543-2006
REAL ESTATE/EXPERT TESTIMONY/CONSULTANT: Property Management, Commercial & Residential Brokerage & Leasehold Transactions. Over 30 yr experience. paul@cahillco.com (206)909-2675 www.cahillco.com PN Cahill & Co LLC.
CONTRACT ATTORNEY; ALL aspects of litigation and appeals, including research. Former name partner in boutique litigation firm. 15+ years experience. Have conducted numerous civil jury trials, including complex litigation. Reasonable rates; variable per type of work. Pete Fabish (206)545-4818.
COURT APPEARANCES. Bankruptcy, Superior, and District Courts. Motions, Summary Judgments, Depositions, Supplemental Proceedings, Arbitrations. References. Rates and availability call (425)392-1023. Catherine M. Kelley, PLLC, Issaquah, WA.
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