Litigation Attorneys

King County Prosecuting Attorney's OfficeSeattle, WAFull-timeLegalThe Civil Division is in search of three enthusiastic and analytical attorneys to join our team in the Litigation Section, focusing primarily on tort matters, employment matters, and one hybrid Tort/Employment position. Attorneys in the Litigation Section litigate cases in both federal and state court, including appeals. The Litigation Section defends King County and King County employees and officials in lawsuits brought by employees and members of the public who claim personal injury or civil rights violations. Many of our lawsuits involve King County Metro, the Department of Adult & Juvenile Detention, and the Sheriff's Office. We also give legal advice to these and other County departments. Attorneys in the Litigation Section also have opportunities to work with attorneys across the Civil Division on complex, non-tort litigation. Applicants must have a commitment to equity and social justice work, including ongoing cultural competence development.Employment litigators in the Litigation Section investigate employment claims and defend King County and King County employees and officials in lawsuits brought on by current and former King County employees in federal and state courts, including appeals. Lawsuits commonly involve allegations of discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate disabilities, and other claims brought under the Washington Law against Discrimination and Title VII of the federal Civil Rights Act. Employment litigators also collaborate with PAO employment advisors to analyze and advise on matters involving current employees.The Litigation Section makes significant investments in its members by providing robust onboarding, training, resources, and support. Successful applicants will be expected to work in the Litigation Section for at least two years before seeking a position in another section.The Civil Division provides comprehensive legal services to King County government, including all County elected and appointed officials, department heads, and managers of numerous county agencies and departments. Serving in its role as an in-house law firm for the County, the Civil Division works closely with its clients in solving a wide range of legal problems by providing legal advice and representing King County and its employees in lawsuits filed in state or federal courts. The Civil Division is composed of about 65 lawyers organized into seven specialized sections: (1) Contracts, (2) County Services, (3) Transportation & Real Property, (4) Employment, (5) Land Use, (6) Natural Resources, and (7) Litigation.We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community that we serve. It is essential to our mission that we create and maintain an office that is diverse and inclusive. All PAO employees are expected to participate in PAO equity work and attend equity trainings and discussions. PAO employees are expected to comply with equity and social justice principles and to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.See specific requirements for each position on the King County Jobs Page:

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