Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a litigation attorney for engagement through the firm’s contract attorney and alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. This contract attorney position will work with the Firm’s litigation practice group to help support and manage a high-volume of commercial litigation cases, including arbitrations, demand letters, small claims matters, and other litigation matters for large institutional DWT clients. Attorneys should be able to accommodate West Coast hours primarily, but there is flexibility on this. Attorneys must hold active bar admission in their state of residence and in a state where DWT maintains an office.

Attorneys with significant experience in arbitration, demand letters, small claims matters, dispute resolution, pre-litigation, all phases of litigation, and who are seeking more flexibility in their practice, are encouraged to apply. In addition to flexibility, candidates can expect to work closely with DWT attorneys as part of a collaborative team, providing high-value legal services to DWT clients .

This contract position offers the flexibility of remote work. This position is also flexible with respect to hours and is open to candidates seeking full-time or part-time hours. While the engagement is for an initial 6-month contract term, we anticipate the work to remain relatively steady and there is a high possibility of renewal of the contract position for successful candidates. We are looking for attorneys interested in establishing a long-term working relationship with the Firm.

The selected resource will be responsible for drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery, and working directly with client teams, arbitrators, counterparties, and other stakeholders in support of a large institutional client. Attorneys should be highly organized with strong case management skills and will be required to regularly manage multiple matters with competing deadlines. The ideal candidate will be diligent about both the substantive and administrative requirements of the role to ensure excellent client service, responsiveness, and efficiency in their work. Attorneys should be able to work independently and exercise good judgement, but should also collaborate easily with lawyers and support staff to meet discrete litigation objectives within short deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• 5+ years of litigation experience, specifically in arbitrations or small claims matters, in a mid-sized or large law firm and/or with large institutional clients.

• Residency and active bar admission in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA*, TN, TX, VA, WA, WDC, or WV, and active bar admission in a state where DWT maintains an office. *jurisdiction-specific
• Experience representing client interests when meeting and conferring with various stakeholders, including opposing counsel.
• Strong drafting skills and experience.
• Excellent legal drafting and communication skills, including oral and written advocacy.
• Ability to distill research into meaningful and persuasive written work product, as well as to work meticulously to ensure work product quality.
• High-level of responsiveness and client service abilities.
• Availability to work at least 20 hours per week on an on-going basis, if seeking a part-time position. Availability to work at least 30 hours per week, not to exceed 40 hours weekly, on an on-going basis if seeking a full-time position.
• Ability to work remotely and primarily support West Coast hours.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to produce high quality work product with minimal supervision and direction.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and professional staff program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities.

Salary Range 
The hourly range for this position in CA, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $100 to $120 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include: 

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm 
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing 
• Voluntary Pet Insurance 
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm 

Wellness Benefits: 

• Peloton App
• Headspace App 

WASHINGTON STATE 
Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiter, Zoё Melcher, at zoemelcher@dwt.com. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity. 

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success.  Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.  Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Cite Check Analyst to support the firm’s legal teams in the review, verification, and quality control of citations and legal authorities contained in a wide range of legal documents, including briefs, motions, memoranda, pleadings, discovery responses, and court filings. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of legal work product while supporting efficient legal workflows in a fast-paced law firm environment. The selected individual will be engaged through the firm’s alternative-track paralegal staffing program, DWTSurge.

The Legal Cite Check Analyst will be responsible for reviewing legal documents for citation accuracy, Bluebook compliance, grammatical correctness, formatting consistency, and adherence to court and jurisdictional requirements. This role also includes reviewing AI-assisted and technology-generated work product to identify fabricated, unsupported, inaccurate, or misattributed legal authorities and factual assertions prior to submission or filing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced cite-checking and proofreading experience, strong legal research skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative staff across multiple matters and deadlines.

This contract position offers the flexibility of remote work and a part-time schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings, overnight hours, and weekends. Hours may fluctuate based on workload and the availability of appropriate assignments, and a minimum number of weekly hours is not guaranteed. Candidates should be comfortable adapting their schedules and availability in response to changing work volume. The engagement is anticipated to begin with an initial six-month contract term. While there is strong potential for renewal for successful candidates, extensions are not guaranteed. We are seeking individuals interested in building a long-term, exclusive working relationship with DWT.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and confirming the factual and legal accuracy of citations, including cases, statutes, regulations, court rules, legislative history, administrative materials, and secondary sources
• Verifying that quotations are accurate, verbatim, and properly attributed, including confirmation of pinpoint citations
• Ensuring all cited authorities are current and remain good law through the use of citators and legal research platforms
• Confirming compliance with applicable citation systems, including The Bluebook, court rules, local rules, and judge-specific filing requirements

• Using legal research tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, and PACER to validate legal authorities and supporting materials

• Identifying and correcting typographical, grammatical, spelling, punctuation, syntax, formatting, and citation errors in legal and business documents
• Reviewing AI-assisted and technology-generated work product for fabricated, hallucinated, inaccurate, unsupported, or misattributed legal citations, quotations, authorities, and factual assertions
• Assisting legal teams in validating AI-generated summaries, legal research, and draft content to ensure compliance with professional responsibility standards and court expectations
• Reviewing tables of authorities and tables of contents for accuracy and completeness
• Reviewing hyperlinks, exhibits, appendices, and record citations to ensure proper cross-referencing and accuracy
• Coordinating with litigation teams to support court deadlines and filing requirements in high-volume, deadline-driven environments
• Assisting with quality control reviews of filings prior to submission with federal, state, and administrative courts
• Utilizing document comparison and proofreading software to identify revisions, inconsistencies, and formatting discrepancies
• Supporting the continued improvement of cite-checking procedures, workflows, and best practices
• Maintaining confidentiality of client information and sensitive legal matters in accordance with firm policies and professional standards

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of law firm cite-checking experience at a mid-sized or large law firm
• Residency in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA*, TN, TX, VA, WA, WDC, or WV (*jurisdiction specific)
• Demonstrated expertise proofreading and cite-checking complex legal documents
• Strong working knowledge of The Bluebook and other citation reference materials
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of a paralegal program of study preferred, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge and experience
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, legal research methods, court procedures, and citation rules
• Experience using legal research databases, citation manuals, electronic court filing systems, and AI-assisted legal technology tools
• Advanced proofreading and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to identify fabricated, incomplete, hallucinated, or unsupported legal authorities and factual content generated through AI-assisted drafting tools
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and legal document comparison tools
• Knowledge of federal and state court rules, filing procedures, and jurisdictional requirements
• Strong organizational, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and mastery of English grammar and punctuation
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality client service and work product
• Availability to work remotely while accommodating mornings, evenings/overnight hours, and weekends
• Flexibility for anticipated hours to fluctuate as needed

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and professional staff program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is not eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities.

Salary Range 
The hourly range for this position in CA, IL, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $50 to $75 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include: 

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm 
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing 
• Voluntary Pet Insurance 
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm 

Wellness Benefits: 

• Peloton App
• Headspace App 

CALIFORNIA STATE AND WASHINGTON STATE 
Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at mariahwatson@dwt.com. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity. 

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with nine offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success.  Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.  Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a litigation attorney for engagement through the firm’s contract attorney and alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. This contract attorney position will work with the Firm’s litigation practice group to manage and support a high-volume of third-party subpoena requests and litigation responses for several of DWT’s institutional clients. While the role is remote, attorneys should be able to accommodate West Coast business hours. Attorneys must hold active bar admission in their state of residence and a state where DWT maintains an office.

Attorneys with prior experience at large litigation firms or in-house with technology corporations, significant experience in all phases of litigation, and who are seeking more flexibility in their practice, are encouraged to apply. In addition to flexibility, candidates can expect to work closely with DWT attorneys as part of a collaborative team, providing high-value legal services to DWT clients.

Attorneys should be highly organized with strong case management skills and will be required to regularly manage multiple matters with competing deadlines. Attorneys should be able to work independently and exercise good judgement, but should also collaborate easily with lawyers and support staff to meet discrete litigation objectives within short deadlines.

This contract position offers the flexibility of remote work and full-time hours, averaging 30-35 hours per week with a possibility of increasing to a weekly maximum of 40 hours as needed. While the engagement is for an initial 6-month contract term, we anticipate the work to remain relatively steady and there is a high possibility of renewal of the contract position for successful candidates. We are looking for attorneys interested in establishing a long-term working relationship with the Firm.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• 5+ years of litigation experience in a mid-sized or large law firm and/or with large institutional clients.
• Residency and active bar admission in one of the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NY, OR, PA*, TN, TX, VA, WA, WDC, and WV and active bar admission in a state where DWT maintains an office. (*Jurisdiction specific)

• Demonstrated experience responding to and negotiating third-party subpoenas.
• Scalable, high volume, experience with an emphasis on representing large technology corporations (including ecommerce, consumer-facing companies, and/or retail) preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and client-relationship building skills.
• Excellent legal drafting and communication skills, including oral and written advocacy.
• High-level of responsiveness and client service abilities. Confidence managing deadlines and effective communication with clients about deadlines.
• Demonstrated success working on both high volume programmatic legal matters, and high-impact strategic complex litigation.
• Availability to an average of 30-35 hours per week, with the flexibility to increase hours as needed.
• Ability to work remotely and primarily support West Coast hours.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to produce high quality work product with minimal supervision and direction.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and professional staff program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role may be eligible for some benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities.

Salary Range 
The hourly range for this position in CA, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $100 to $125 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include: 

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm 
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing 
• Voluntary Pet Insurance 
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm 

Wellness Benefits: 

• Peloton App
• Headspace App 

CALIFORNIA STATE AND WASHINGTON STATE 
Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiter, Zoё Melcher, at zoemelcher@dwt.com. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity. 

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success.  Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.  Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email HumanResources@dwt.com.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking an experienced litigation attorney for engagement through the firm’s alternative-track contract attorney and staffing program, DWTSurge. The selected contract attorney will work on secondment to one of the Firm’s premier technology clients supporting commercial litigation matters. Attorneys must be located in the San Francisco Bay Area or Washington, DC. Attorneys must hold active bar admission in California or Washington, DC.

The selected attorney will be dedicated exclusively to the client secondment and will be responsible for managing complex litigation for multiple client products and businesses. Candidates with experience handling consumer class actions litigation are preferred.

Attorneys should be highly organized with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple matters with competing deadlines. Attorneys should be able to work independently and exercise good judgement while also collaborating with lawyers and business professionals to meet the client’s objectives.

This contract position requires on-site work in the client’s Bay Area or Washington, DC office for full-time hours. Hours may fluctuate week to week depending on the availability of appropriate work and the needs of the client. The initial contract term for this secondment is a six month period, though there is a possibility of an extension or renewal of the contract for the successful candidate, although any extension or renewal is not guaranteed. We are looking for attorneys interested in establishing an alternative-track working relationship with the firm on an exclusive basis.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of litigation experience in an in-house setting or with a large law firm.
• Residency and active bar admission in California or Washington, DC.
• Demonstrated experience managing all phases of consumer class action litigation, including trial and/or arbitration experience.
• A strong interest in working with global technology clients.

• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and methods of client data management and communication as needed.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to understand and follow work directions, make discretionary decisions, manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent requests with minimal supervision.

• Availability to work on-site in the client’s Bay Area or Washington, DC office and full-time hours for the duration of the secondment.
• Flexibility for anticipated hours to fluctuate as needed.
• Excellent proactive communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate verbally and in writing, with clients, firm members, and other business contacts.
• Exceptional client service skills, as well as the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed manner.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail and strong time and task management skills, and ability to produce high quality work product with minimal supervision and direction.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible contract attorney program, DWTSurge. If you are a seasoned attorney seeking meaningful and flexible opportunities to support innovative companies, we want to hear from you!

Compensation will be paid on a monthly salary basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, or other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates who are electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral opportunities.

Salary Range

The monthly compensation range for this position in CA and WDC for a 6-month contract is commensurate with an annual salary of $204,000-240,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include:

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm

Wellness Benefits:

• Peloton App
• Headspace App

CALIFORNIA STATE

Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

All applications should be submitted by sending a resume and cover letter directly to DWTSurge Recruiter, Zoё Melcher at zoemelcher@dwt.com. The DWTSurge Recruiting team will be in touch as we review your application materials.

For this opportunity, we are not accepting third party submissions.

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with eleven offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email HumanResources@dwt.com.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP’s Litigation practice group is seeking a dedicated Technology Investigator for engagement through the firm’s alternative staffing program, DWTSurge. The selected individual will serve on secondment with an institutional technology client to support the expansion of the client’s enforcement capabilities to meaningfully address threat actors.  

The Technology Investigator will work closely with DWT attorneys, client legal teams, and client protection and enforcement teams to identify, investigate, disrupt, and pursue enforcement actions against criminals targeting the client’s systems, customers, and operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative effort to grow an enforcement program on behalf of a consumer-facing technology client. Responsibilities include gathering, organizing, and analyzing data relevant to investigations and enforcement actions; utilizing CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, and related analytical tools to support investigative workflows and reporting; conducting open-source research and online investigative analysis involving threat actors and online infrastructure; and working with DWT attorneys, client legal teams, and client investigators to develop and utilize investigative workflows and standard operating procedures.  Additional responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of law enforcement referral reports, supporting fact development and digital evidence organization, and assisting with civil litigation and other enforcement-related matters.

This contract position offers the flexibility of remote work and full-time hours for an initial six-month term. Candidates who excel in the role may be considered for extension and/or longer-term opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 9+ years of professional experience conducting internet fraud and digital investigations, or comparable experience in forensic accounting, investigative accounting, law enforcement investigations, or related investigative disciplines.
• Candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of financial crime investigations, including the analysis of financial records, forensic financial data, and related auditing or examination processes.
• Relevant degree in Computer Science, MIS, IT, Information Security, Digital Forensics, Statistics, Business Administration, Operations, Criminal Justice, Economic Crime, or Fraud Management.
• Certifications, associations and/or membership in professional organizations include:
  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
  • National Association of Fraud Investigators
  • International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists
  • International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners

• Former law enforcement professionals and candidates with prior law enforcement experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills, including oral and written advocacy.
• Interest in working on matters involving investigations, law enforcement referrals, and civil litigation.

• Ability to distill data into meaningful and thorough written work product, as well as to work meticulously to ensure work product quality.
• High level of responsiveness and client service abilities.
• Ability to work remotely on a full-time basis primarily supporting West Coast hours.
• Excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to produce high quality work product with minimal supervision and direction.

Please note that this is a temporary contract position managed by DWT’s flexible attorney and professional staff program, DWTSurge. Compensation will be paid on an hourly basis, commensurate with experience and skill level (see below). This role is eligible for benefits. Due to the structure of the DWTSurge program, DWTSurge employees are not eligible for the firm’s pro bono, DEI, and other activities or opportunities outside of the above stated scope of work. We are interested in candidates electing to pursue a more flexible way of providing continuous, high-value legal services to the firm and our clients. If you are interested in a more traditional law firm position, please check the DWT careers page for lateral and staff opportunities.

Salary Range 
The hourly range for this position in CA, IL, MD, MN, NY, OR, WA, and WDC is $175 to $200 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Additional benefits include: 

• First Stop Health Telemedicine: Speak with a licensed physician or mental health counselor 24/7, covered by the firm 
• TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program: Receive support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing 
• Voluntary Pet Insurance 
• Milk Stork: Virtual lactation consulting, breast milk shipping and nutritional testing covered by the firm 

Wellness Benefits: 

• Peloton App
• Headspace App 

CALIFORNIA STATE AND WASHINGTON STATE 
Paid sick leave is accrued on a biweekly basis at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. 

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to DWTSurge Recruiting Manager, Mariah Watson, at mariahwatson@dwt.com. We are currently not accepting third party submissions for this opportunity. 

We are an AmLaw 100 law firm with nine offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success.  Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.  Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.

In order to support our effort to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive law firm, we request that you voluntarily provide demographic data. All self-reported demographic information is stored securely in a manner that is compliant with DWT’s privacy and security policies and is only accessible by authorized members of the Talent Acquisition and HR Departments; it is not shared with any of the hiring decision-makers.

It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. To review our Anti-Harassment Policy, click on this URL, https://www.dwt.com/-/media/files/policyagainstharassmentdiscrimination.pdf?la=en&hash=66A1B0095748A5E76B0B8A00773F5246.

As an equal opportunity employer, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel. Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for specialty occupation petitions are displayed electronically in accordance with notice requirements pursuant to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, and public access files are available pursuant to regulation. See 20 CFR § 655.734, 655.760.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email HumanResources@dwt.com.