Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a midlevel associate with a minimum of three years of experience to join its robust Commercial Litigation practice in San Francisco. The associate will work on a broad range of complex commercial disputes for clients across industries, including technology, telecommunications, financial services, intellectual property, healthcare, environmental, and other complex litigation. This position offers substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, and opportunities to collaborate closely with experienced litigators across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support all phases of commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Conduct legal research and draft substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery materials
• Handle fact investigation, document review, and witness preparation
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop litigation strategy and case management plans
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal teams
• Contribute to business development initiatives and client relationship efforts

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice in California or eligibility to waive into the California Bar
• Minimum of three years of relevant commercial litigation experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and preparing for depositions
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborative teamwork
• Prior trial, arbitration, or evidentiary hearing experience is a plus

Why DWT

• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility
• Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship
• Opportunities to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters for leading companies and institutions
• Commitment to professional development, training, and career advancement
• Inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking
• Flexible and hybrid work opportunities consistent with firm needs and client expectations

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Valerie Hawley, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Specialist; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.

We are accepting third party submissions at this time.

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position in San Francisco is $225,000 to $330,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a senior level associate in Los Angeles to join its robust Litigation practice. The associate will work closely with partners and clients on complex commercial litigation matters and play a key role in managing cases from early strategy through resolution.

Responsibilities 

• Manage key aspects of complex litigation matters, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.

•  Draft and argue substantive motions and briefs in state and federal court.

•  Take and defend depositions and manage written discovery, including document review and production.

•  Prepare pleadings, briefs, and other court filings with limited supervision.

•  Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy and provide practice, business-focused advice.

•  Mentor and supervise junior associates and coordinate with litigation support teams.

Qualifications 

• JD from an accredited law school.

• Admission to practice in California (or ability to obtain promptly).

• Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm environment.

• Strong experience with motion practice, discovery, depositions, and case management.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Why DWT 

• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility.

• Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship.

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high profile litigation matters.
• A collaborative culture that supports professional development and long-term career growth.

Join Us! 

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Valerie Hawley, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Specialist; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.  

We are accepting third party submissions at this time.  

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. 

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. 

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. 

Compensation & Benefits 

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $310,000 to $330,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability. 

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year. 

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 

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•  Advise private companies, private equity sponsors and other investors on middle-market mergers and acquisitions, including platform acquisitions, sale processes, add-on acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Advise private companies and their boards of directors and private equity portfolio companies on corporate governance and counseling.
• Advise emerging growth companies and founders on corporate governance, entity formation, and day-to-day legal matters throughout the company lifecycle.
• Advise emerging growth companies and venture capital funds on venture financings, including seed, Series A, and later-stage equity financings.
• Assist with transaction structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and closing processes.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including financing documents, purchase agreements, governance materials, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, and closing documentation.
• Coordinate and manage due diligence review and workstreams across deal teams.
• Work closely with management teams, sponsors, investors and founders to manage deal timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm in related practice areas, including technology transactions, tax, employee benefits, employment, intellectual property, privacy and security, environmental and real estate.

• 1–5 years of experience in corporate transactional work at a law firm.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, venture financings, emerging companies, and general corporate matters preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and workstreams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated interest in transactional practice and advising private companies, investors and founders.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) in the state where the position is based.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking junior or midlevel associates to join our Corporate practice in our Seattle, San Francisco, or Portland offices. These associates will work closely with partners, associates and counsel across the corporate group to support a growing practice representing strategic private company buyers and sellers, private equity, venture capital and other investors, and emerging companies and founders on a variety of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), emerging company and venture capital transactions (ECVC) transactional matters, and corporate governance and counseling.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions across the middle market, technology and startup ecosystems while developing strong client relationships and taking on meaningful responsibility on deal teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise private companies, private equity sponsors and other investors on middle-market mergers and acquisitions, including platform acquisitions, sale processes, add-on acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Advise private companies and their boards of directors and private equity portfolio companies on corporate governance and counseling.
• Advise emerging growth companies and founders on corporate governance, entity formation, and day-to-day legal matters throughout the company lifecycle.
• Advise emerging growth companies and venture capital funds on venture financings, including seed, Series A, and later-stage equity financings.
• Assist with transaction structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and closing processes.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including financing documents, purchase agreements, governance materials, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, and closing documentation.
• Coordinate and manage due diligence review and workstreams across deal teams.
• Work closely with management teams, sponsors, investors and founders to manage deal timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm in related practice areas, including technology transactions, tax, employee benefits, employment, intellectual property, privacy and security, environmental and real estate.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in corporate transactional work at a law firm.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, venture financings, emerging companies, and general corporate matters preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and workstreams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated interest in transactional practice and advising private companies, investors and founders.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) in the state where the position is based.

Why DWT

Our Corporate practice advises clients on complex transactional matters across industries, with strengths in emerging companies and venture capital, middle-market M&A, and strategic corporate transactions. Associates work closely with partners and clients, gaining hands-on experience throughout the deal lifecycle while building relationships across the firm's corporate platform. The group emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and early responsibility as associates develop their practices.

Join Us!

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Manager; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.

We are accepting third party submissions.

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all 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 condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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 .

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $210,000 to $290,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate's education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a mid to senior associate or counsel to join its nationally recognized energy practice in San Francisco (preferred), Seattle or Portland.

The candidate will support a sophisticated energy commercial transactions practice representing developers, technology companies, energy market participants, investors, utilities, and emerging energy businesses navigating the rapidly evolving energy landscape. The role will focus on energy commercial contracts and commercial transaction work across the energy and digital infrastructure sectors.  While we anticipate data center-related energy work will represent a significant component of the work that this candidate will do, we expect the candidate will have significant opportunities to also do traditional energy commercial work including for renewable and battery storage developers. The candidate should be familiar with state and federal energy regulatory frameworks.

This is an excellent opportunity for an associate or counsel interested in working at the intersection of energy regulation, infrastructure development, renewable energy, emerging technologies, and complex commercial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including energy supply, development, procurement, and operational contracts
• Support transactions involving energy project development, financing, acquisitions, and asset sales

• Advise on renewable energy credit (REC) transactions and wholesale and retail energy market matters

• Counsel clients on energy matters that may involve renewable energy, distributed energy resources, storage, transmission, demand response, energy efficiency, and decarbonization initiatives
• Collaborate across practices on energy transition, infrastructure, environmental, technology, and commercial matters

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice in California
• 3+ years of relevant experience in energy transactions (a strong commercial transaction background with a proven interest in energy will also be considered)
• The ideal candidate will have strong drafting and negotiating skills, teamwork skills, and the ability to independently manage some components of deals.
• Familiarity with energy industry regulatory frameworks, utility operations, or renewable energy development
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Interest in emerging technologies, renewable energy, grid modernization, and energy transition issues
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Why DWT

• Sophisticated and growing energy practice with a strong nation-wide presence
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy transition, infrastructure, and emerging technology matters
• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, and team-oriented environment with strong mentorship
• Broad exposure to both regulatory and commercial transactional work

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Manager, together with a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript, all in PDF format. All replies confidential.

We are accepting third party submissions.

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all 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 condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $215,000 to $330,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a mid to senior level associate in Washington D.C. (preferred), Seattle, Portland, or San Francisco to join its robust FERC regulatory practice.

The associate will support a nationally recognized FERC practice advising:

• Electric and natural gas utilities
• Developers of generation, storage, transmission, and other energy infrastructure
• Data center clients with complex energy and interconnection needs

The role will be approximately 80% FERC regulatory work, with the remainder supporting a growing mix of data center–related and energy transactional matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on matters arising under the Federal Power Act and Natural Gas Act
• Represent utilities, developers, and market participants before FERC in regulatory proceedings
• Support matters involving:
• Electric transmission rates and incentives
• Interconnection and large-load issues, including data centers
• Wholesale energy markets
• Natural gas pipeline certification, rates, and compliance
• Assist with regulatory aspects of energy infrastructure transactions
• Conduct legal research, draft filings, and manage agency interactions
• Collaborate across practices on infrastructure, regulatory, and energy-transition matters

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice in the relevant U.S. jurisdiction
• 3-6 years of relevant experience

• Meaningful experience with FERC regulatory matters
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Large law firm or government (FERC or state commission) experience
• Experience with electric and/or natural gas regulatory work
• Familiarity with interconnection, or energy infrastructure development
• Familiarity with hydropower licensing would be beneficial but is not a requirement
• Interest in working at the intersection of regulation, infrastructure investment, and emerging energy demands (including data centers)

Why DWT

• High-demand, sophisticated FERC practice with national reach
• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility
• Opportunity to grow with expanding data center and energy infrastructure work
• Collegial, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Manager, together with a resume, writing sample and law school transcript, all in PDF format. All replies confidential.

We are accepting third party submissions.

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all 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 condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $215,000 to $315,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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• Represent financial services companies and fintech clients in regulatory investigations and enforcement matters involving federal and state agencies.
• Respond to government inquiries, civil investigative demands, subpoenas, and regulatory examinations.
• Draft submissions, advocacy materials, and responses to regulators in connection with enforcement and regulatory matters.
• Conduct internal investigations and assist clients in responding to regulatory scrutiny.
• Advise clients on regulatory risk and enforcement exposure across federal and state financial services regulatory frameworks.
• Analyze emerging enforcement trends and advise clients on risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance to financial institutions and fintech companies navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Assist clients in preparing for high-stakes meetings, presentations, and negotiations with federal and state financial services regulators.
• Support litigation and enforcement-related proceedings arising from regulatory investigations.
• Draft motions, legal memoranda, and advocacy materials in connection with enforcement matters.
• Manage factual investigations, document collection and review, and document-intensive productions related to government inquiries.
• Work closely with partners to manage matters and drive workstreams toward completion with partner oversight.
• Serve as a key member of client teams handling complex enforcement matters.
• Collaborate across the firm’s financial services and fintech practices on regulatory and enforcement issues affecting shared clients.
  

• 2-3 years of legal experience in regulatory enforcement, government investigations, or related litigation.
• Experience handling matters involving financial services regulators or government enforcement agencies.
• Law firm experience advising financial institutions, fintech companies, or other regulated entities is preferred.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the appropriate state bar (or eligibility to obtain admission).
• Strong analytical, research, and writing abilities.
• Ability to manage complex matters and take ownership of key components of investigations and enforcement responses.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory issues into practical advice for clients.
• Entrepreneurial and motivated, with a strong sense of ownership over work.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
•  Interest in financial services and fintech innovations and regulation.

• Work directly with experienced partners on sophisticated enforcement matters.
• Engage with regulators and assist clients navigating high stakes investigations.
• Build significant responsibility managing aspects of complex regulatory matters.

Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP is seeking a mid-level associate (3–6 years of experience) to join its nationally recognized Government Contracts practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters involving federal, state, and local procurement, grants and cooperative agreements, regulatory counseling, and related litigation. The role also includes advising Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) and their affiliated entities on issues arising under federal contracting and federal assistance programs.

Responsibilities

The associate will advise government contractors and grant recipients, including Alaska Native Corporation entities, on a wide range of regulatory and compliance matters and represent clients in disputes arising under government contracts and federal financial assistance programs.  Responsibilities will include:

• Counseling clients on federal procurement regulations, including the FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements
• Representing clients in bid protests, contract claims, and disputes before the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Boards of Contract Appeals, and other tribunals
• Representing clients in False Claims Act (FCA) matters, including government investigations, qui tam actions, civil litigation, and related compliance and enforcement proceedings involving federal procurement and grant funding
• Conducting internal investigations and compliance reviews involving the use of federal funds
• Assisting with regulatory disputes or enforcement matters involving federal grants and cooperative agreements
• Supporting M&A due diligence and transactional matters involving government contracts, ANC subsidiaries, and federal grant funding
• Collaborating with attorneys across offices on complex regulatory, compliance, and litigation matters
• Advising on federal grants and cooperative agreements, including compliance with the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 C.F.R. Part 200)
• Assisting clients with grant lifecycle issues, including proposal strategy, award negotiation, post-award administration, cost allowability, and closeout
• Advising on grant compliance, audit findings, and enforcement issues, including matters involving Inspectors General, agency oversight, and potential suspension or debarment
• Counseling clients on compliance with federal socioeconomic and small business contracting programs, including those administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration
• Advising Alaska Native Corporations and their subsidiaries, including participants in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program, on regulatory compliance, eligibility, and structuring issues associated with federal contracting
• Assisting ANC clients with matters involving sole-source and competitive procurements, joint ventures, mentor-protégé relationships, and affiliation considerations
• Advising on cost principles, allowability, allocability, and audit requirements for entities receiving federal funding

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in government contracts and/or federal grants counseling, investigations, or litigation
• Experience advising on federal procurement and/or federal financial assistance programs
• Familiarity with the FAR, DFARS, and federal procurement processes, and  Uniform Guidance (2 C.F.R. Part 200) governing federal grants and cooperative agreements
• Experience with or exposure to SBA small business programs, including the 8(a) Business Development Program, mentor-protégé arrangements, or joint venture structures
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate will practice (or ability to obtain promptly)

Preferred Experience

• Experience advising Alaska Native Corporations, tribal entities, or other Native-owned businesses participating in federal contracting programs
• Familiarity with regulatory issues affecting ANC subsidiaries and affiliated entities, including eligibility, affiliation, and procurement considerations
• Experience with grant compliance, cost principles, or federal audit processes
• Experience responding to OIG inquiries, agency oversight reviews, or enforcement matters involving federal funding
• Experience before the GAO, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, or Boards of Contract Appeals
• Prior government experience or clerkship in a procurement- or grants-related role or tribunal
• Experience advising on False Claims Act exposure, suspension and debarment, or related enforcement risks involving federal funds
• Experience advising on federal construction contracting, including issues arising under FAR Part 36
• Familiarity with construction-related federal contract clauses and requirements, including bonding, specifications, and contract administration issues
• Experience handling construction claims and disputes, including delay, disruption, differing site conditions, changes, and termination issues
• Experience representing contractors in construction-related claims before Boards of Contract Appeals or the U.S. Court of Federal Claims
• Experience advising on compliance issues applicable to federal construction projects, including prevailing wage requirements such as those under the Davis-Bacon Act

About the Practice

The firm’s Government Contracts group advises leading government contractors, companies, small business concerns, nonprofits, universities, and Alaska Native Corporation enterprises on the full lifecycle of federal contracting and grant funding—from proposal strategy and regulatory compliance to complex disputes, investigations, and audits. Associates work directly with experienced practitioners and gain early responsibility on high-profile matters.

Why DWT

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is a nationally recognized law firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions. Associates at DWT work closely with experienced partners and clients, gaining meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience early in their careers. The firm is committed to professional development, mentorship, and creating an environment where attorneys can build long-term, successful practices while providing exceptional service to clients.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.

We are accepting third party submissions. 

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all 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 condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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.

The nation’s top-ranked First Amendment practice at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for an associate to support its market-leading media technology team. We litigate cutting-edge First Amendment, Section 230, regulatory enforcement, and related cases that make law governing emerging media technologies. Our clients are pioneers in the industry. We are seeking a mid-level associate to join our team.

What You’ll Do:

• Represent some of the biggest names in technology in their most high-profile cases and matters.
• Analyze the application of constitutional protections to cutting-edge media technologies.
• Play a significant role in litigating platform defense cases and affirmative constitutional challenges.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients, receiving real responsibility early in your career.

Why Davis Wright Tremaine?

• Culture: We are committed to creating an environment where all associates thrive—both professionally and personally. Expect mentorship and growth opportunities that reflect our values.
• Innovation: We embrace the fast-evolving media landscape, leveraging AI and other technology to provide innovative solutions to our clients and fostering an environment that encourages creative legal thinking.
• Collaboration: We believe in a team-driven approach, where your contributions are valued, and where everyone—from junior associates to partners—works together to achieve success.

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellence: Strong legal writers and thinkers. Proven track record of handling complex cases. The ability and interest to develop subject matter expertise. Detail-oriented, and passionate.
• Problem-Solver: Creativity and a solutions-oriented approach are key. We want someone who can see around corners and anticipate client needs.
• Team Player: Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. You should be comfortable working closely with others, mentoring junior team members, and partnering with clients.
• Drive: You thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and are eager to take on meaningful work.

What You Bring:

• 4-6 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills.
• A proactive, self-starter mentality with a commitment to excellent client service.
• Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, work on some of the most exciting issues in media and technology, and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a brief writing sample.

We are accepting third party submissions.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a midlevel Healthcare Transactional & Regulatory Associate to join its nationally recognized Healthcare Practice Group in either Seattle or Los Angeles (preferred). We are looking for an associate with 3–5 years of experience to support the group’s growing healthcare regulatory and transactions practice.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced healthcare attorneys on sophisticated transactional, operational, and regulatory matters for healthcare providers, health systems, and other industry participants. The role is designed to provide focused development within healthcare regulatory and transactional work, with meaningful mentorship, hands-on responsibility, and long-term growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

The associate will support a broad range of healthcare transactional and regulatory matters, including:

• Healthcare contract drafting and negotiations
• Operational and regulatory counseling for healthcare providers and health systems
• Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement advice
• Healthcare compliance and regulatory analysis, including fraud and abuse support
• Cross-disciplinary support on digital health, compliance, and healthcare transactional matters

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant healthcare transactional and regulatory experience, preferably in a law firm setting
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client counseling skills
• Experience advising clients on regulatory and operational matters
• Demonstrated interest in healthcare law and the operational side of healthcare practice
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work collaboratively across teams
• Strong academic credentials and excellent professional judgment

Why DWT

The associate will work directly with experienced healthcare partners who will be actively responsible for integration, workflow, training, and professional development. The group currently has significant demand and a strong pipeline of healthcare regulatory and operational work, creating substantial opportunities for client exposure and long-term practice growth.

This role also offers opportunities to collaborate across practices and industry teams on matters involving healthcare providers, health systems, digital health, reimbursement, compliance, and operational strategy.

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Valerie Hawley, Lawyer Talent Acquisition Specialist, together with a resume, writing sample and law school transcript, all in PDF format. All replies confidential.

We are accepting third party submissions at this time.

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.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $225,000 to $315,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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