Legal Associate Jobs in Washington
Legal Associate jobs in Washington are open across Seattle, Bellevue, and Pullman and other Washington metros, with employers like Amazon, Okta, and Fenwick & West hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
We are currently seeking a 4th to 7th year associate to support our Seattle Real Estate Practice Group. The ideal candidate will possess solid and recent real estate transactional experience, including real estate leasing (landlord and tenant), acquisitions and dispositions of real estate, easements, and general real estate finance. Qualified candidates will have experience drafting leases and purchase and sale agreements, and will have requisite experience reviewing title commitments and related real estate documents. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Washington and should also have strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support our Seattle Real Estate Practice Group
- Possess solid and recent real estate transactional experience
- Handle real estate leasing (landlord and tenant), acquisitions and dispositions of real estate, easements, and general real estate finance
- Draft leases and purchase and sale agreements
- Review title commitments and related real estate documents
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4th to 7th year associate
- Licensed to practice in Washington
- Strong writing skills
- Excellent academic credentials
COMPENSATION
- The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $190-$250k per year. This is an employer estimate and the salary offered within that range, and the potential for bonus and bonus amount, will depend on candidate’s years of practice, experience and performance.
BENEFITS
Buchalter LLP offers a competitive salary, 401K, profit sharing and a full benefits package.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Buchalter was founded based on principles of inclusivity. Our Firm’s commitment to reflecting and enhancing the rich diversity of the clients and communities we serve is more than eight decades strong. Buchalter’s diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater breadth of creative talent and alternative approaches, and enriches our firm’s collaborative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment, benefiting all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In recruiting, we welcome the unique contributions that all candidates can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, writing sample and transcript using the link below.
INTRODUCTION
We are currently seeking a 4th to 7th year associate to support our Seattle Real Estate Practice Group. The ideal candidate will possess solid and recent real estate transactional experience, including real estate leasing (landlord and tenant), acquisitions and dispositions of real estate, easements, and general real estate finance. Qualified candidates will have experience drafting leases and purchase and sale agreements, and will have requisite experience reviewing title commitments and related real estate documents. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Washington and should also have strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support our Seattle Real Estate Practice Group
- Possess solid and recent real estate transactional experience
- Handle real estate leasing (landlord and tenant), acquisitions and dispositions of real estate, easements, and general real estate finance
- Draft leases and purchase and sale agreements
- Review title commitments and related real estate documents
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4th to 7th year associate
- Licensed to practice in Washington
- Strong writing skills
- Excellent academic credentials
COMPENSATION
- The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $190-$250k per year. This is an employer estimate and the salary offered within that range, and the potential for bonus and bonus amount, will depend on candidate’s years of practice, experience and performance.
BENEFITS
Buchalter LLP offers a competitive salary, 401K, profit sharing and a full benefits package.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Buchalter was founded based on principles of inclusivity. Our Firm’s commitment to reflecting and enhancing the rich diversity of the clients and communities we serve is more than eight decades strong. Buchalter’s diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater breadth of creative talent and alternative approaches, and enriches our firm’s collaborative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment, benefiting all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In recruiting, we welcome the unique contributions that all candidates can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, writing sample and transcript using the link below.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Legal Associate Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon9
- Okta6
- Fenwick & West5
- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories4
- Greenberg Traurig3
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services22
- Technology & Software12
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Banking & Financial Services6
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal associate jobs across Washington.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission or eligibility to sit for the bar
- Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Demonstrated legal writing and drafting skills through coursework or prior work
- Familiarity with contract review, due diligence, or litigation support workflows
- Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Legal Associate Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many legal associate jobs are there in Washington?
There are 97+ legal associate openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle, Washington, and Bellevue. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do legal associates make in Washington?
Legal associates in Washington earn a median of about $79,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,470 for the lowest 10% to over $116,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most legal associate jobs?
Seattle, Washington, and Bellevue have the most legal associate openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire legal associates in Washington?
Employers hiring legal associates in Washington include Amazon, Okta, and Fenwick & West, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote legal associate jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 24% of legal associate openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for legal associate jobs in Washington?
You can apply to legal associate jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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