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 City of Spokane Assistant City Attorney
The City of Spokane is hiring an Assistant City Attorney Salary: $104,942 to $162,926 Annually Closing Date: Applications accepted until position is filled. Application review shall begin on July 27, 2026.
ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY JOB DESCRIPTION
The City Attorney's Office advises and represents all city elected and appointed officials, departments, employees, boards, committees, and commissions on all civil legal matters pertaining to municipal law and the City of Spokane.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Engage in a broad range of legal representation of all city departments, officials and employees. • Conduct legal research and provide oral and written opinions on major substantive, procedural, and administrative issues to City departments, boards, and commissions. • Draft ordinances, resolutions, regulations, contracts, proposals for state legislation and other legal documents. |
Assistant City Attorneys have the unique opportunity to develop specialization in various areas of municipal law such as land use/planning, human resource/labor law, and/or utilities/public works.
EXPERIENCE
Five (5) years' experience in practice of law required, with three (3) years' experience in municipal law recommended. Membership in Washington State Bar Association.
Details can be found at
Associate Attorney
Etter McMahon is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills, and a positive, team-oriented attitude. Prior legal experience is preferred; however, recent law school graduates are encouraged to apply.
Etter McMahon offers a highly competitive salary ($84,000 to $135,000, DOE), including bonus structures based on performance, employee and retirement benefits, downtown parking, and professional practice expense coverage. To apply for the Associate Attorney position, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to Megan Clark at mclark@ettermcmahon.com.
Legal Assistant
Etter McMahon is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our firm. The ideal candidate will provide administrative support to our legal team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the firm. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including preparation of legal documents, correspondence with clients and court personnel, managing attorney calendars and deadlines, organizing and maintaining legal files and documents, and other duties as may be assigned.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience working as a legal assistant or in a similar role, strong organizational and time-management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, professional demeanor, the ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Adobe is necessary.
Etter McMahon offers competitive wages between $25-$35 hourly, DOE. Benefits include medical, 401k/retirement, safe harbor and profit sharing, and downtown Spokane parking. To apply for the Legal Assistant position, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to Megan Clark at mclark@ettermcmahon.com.
Lateral Mid-Level Litigation Associate
Gordon Tilden Thomas & Cordell LLP, one of Washington’s leading litigation boutiques, is seeking an associate with the following
qualifications:
- Four or more years of experience handling civil litigation in Washington; insurance coverage experience highly preferred;
- A desire for a varied and complex civil litigation practice, including: insurance coverage; business/commercial; high-stakes personal injury; and trusts & estates;
- Eagerness for immediate and increasing responsibility;
- Strong academic background with superior writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- We offer competitive salary and benefits, including:
- Compensation range: $142,000 – $225,000;
- Based on salary of $142,000 – $190,000, for four to eight years of relevant experience;
- Plus billable-hours based bonuses of $10,000 for 1,600 hours, $20,000 for 1,700 hours, and $35,000 for 1,800 hours
- Based on salary of $142,000 – $190,000, for four to eight years of relevant experience;
- Discretionary year-end bonus;
- Comprehensive benefits package: health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability insurance; life insurance; 401(k) match; and transportation allowance;
- Partial remote work if desired;
- Training and support of career development goals; and
- Collegial work atmosphere.
If you fit this description and are looking for a new opportunity, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to John Cadagan (jcadagan@gordontilden.com).You can learn more about our firm at www.gordontilden.com
