Staff Attorney - Office of the Seattle Chapter 13 Trustee

The Chapter 13 Standing Trustee for the Seattle Division of the Western District of Washington administers Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. The Trustee is accepting applications from qualitied individuals for full time employment as a staff attorney. This position will be an in-office position with the possibility of working one day remotely after approximately three months of satisfactory employment.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing legal advice and counsel to the Trustee on all issues regarding the requirements imposed by the Bankruptcy Code in the Trustee's administration of Chapter 13 cases.
• Representing the Trustee in court proceedings
• Reviewing cases and conducting meetings of creditors
• Drafting and filing pleadings
• Handling adversary proceeding litigation as needed
• Handling a high volume of cases
• Working with paralegals and legal assistants on case management
• Providing advice and guidance to office personnel
• Handling additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Law degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Washington State Bar license
• Organized and detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast paced, dynamic legal organization Abilit to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Consumer bankruptcy experience preferred but not necessarily required

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting annual salary range for the position is approximately $105,024 to $118,152 depending on experience, although the position annual salary range is $105,024 to $157,537
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Company-funded (9% of gross salary) SEP IRA after one year of employment Annual transit Orca card
• PTO and holidays

Location:

The Trustee's office is conveniently located in the One Union Square building in downtown Seattle, Washington with easy access to public transportation, shopping and restaurants.

Please email your cover letter, resume and reference list in PDF format to jobs@seattlech13,com

The Chapter 13 Trustee is an equal employment opportunity employer, We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience, We believe that it is an essential part of the Trustee's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce,

The Chapter 13 Trustee complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex, veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,024.00 - $157,537.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person