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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY POSITION (FEDERAL WAY, WA)
HAWKINS & CRAWFORD, a small public defense firm located Federal Way WA is looking for a dedicated public defense attorney. $60k salary to start DOE. We pay annual bar dues, annual membership to the Washington Defender Association, malpractice insurance and medical/dental insurance. We are looking for the right person to join our team for the long haul.
We are looking for an attorney that is passionate about public defense, is eager for trial and comfortable with regular (often daily) courtroom appearances. Must be good with client communication, be proficient in understanding and dealing with indigent clients. Must be able to properly manage and maintain a reasonable yet substantial caseload, abide by timelines and be competent with legal issue spotting, research and writing relevant to criminal law. Must have valid driver license and be in good standing with the Washington State Bar. Public defense or criminal defense experience preferred. Due to COVID-19 we are doing most court appearances and client appointments via Zoom at this time, so experience with Zoom is preferred.
Please email us a letter of interest, resume, reference list and writing sample so that we may schedule a telephone or Zoom interview.
Hawkins & Crawford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not engage in, condone or tolerate discrimination. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Please send cover letter, resume, reference list via email.
