Senior Manager – Attorney Training, CLE Compliance

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

. Lead the strategic planning, design, and execution of firmwide attorney training initiatives .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $166,000 - $191,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and managing attorney training programs, ensuring compliance with Continuing Legal Education regulations, and leading cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to evaluate training effectiveness and maintain accreditation standards in a law firm environment.

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Attorney Professional DevelopmentContinuing Legal Education (CLE) ComplianceTraining Program Design and ManagementLeadership and Team DevelopmentMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Training Program DesignCLE Accreditation ManagementData Analysis for Training EffectivenessCurriculum DevelopmentBudget Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder EngagementOrganizational SkillsSelf-MotivatedDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

CLE/LMS SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

JD or Advanced Degree in Adult Learning or Organizational Development

Industry Keywords

Attorney TrainingProfessional DevelopmentMCLE RequirementsLegal EducationBar Dues Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategic planning, design, and execution of firmwide attorney training initiatives
Ensure firmwide compliance with applicable Continuing Legal Education regulations
Lead the design, development, and implementation of attorney training programs covering legal, people, business, and firm citizenship skills
Manage daily operations of the CLE and attorney training teams
Oversee attorney training, bar dues, and CLE budgets
Manage in-person and virtual workshops and training programs
Assist with training programs at firm and practice group retreats
Consult with practice group leaders and partners to design targeted curricula for associates, counsel, and partners
Collaborate with talent acquisition, marketing, business development, practice management, DEI, pro bono and social impact, and IT teams
Research and recommend outside consultants
Monitor industry trends and best practices in attorney training
Evaluate training effectiveness using feedback, data analysis, and KPIs
Oversee internal e-learning content and external CLE partnerships
Manage firm and attorney compliance with MCLE requirements across relevant U.S. jurisdictions
Track and manage firm payment of mandatory state bar dues in participating jurisdictions
Supervise CLE tracking, reporting, and accredited-provider audit preparation
Maintain provider accreditation status and manage CLE accreditation for in-house, live, on-demand, and third-party programs
Provide CLE status reports to firm leadership and communicate deadlines and requirements to attorneys

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in attorney professional development, including at least 3 years in a managerial or senior role
Bachelor's Degree required
JD or advanced degree in adult learning or organizational development preferred
Proven ability to design and manage sophisticated training programs in a law firm setting
Expertise in CLE rules, accreditation, and tracking tools
Strong leadership and team development skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
Demonstrated ability to work with professionals throughout an organization, including partners, associates/counsel, marketing, business development, practice management, support staff, and IT/KM
High level of discretion, organization, and responsiveness
Self-motivated, able to assume responsibility and work autonomously and ethically in a professional manner
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CLE/LMS systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of health and vision insurance plans
2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work
Dental plan
Fertility and adoption benefit
Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits
Retirement contribution
Full-time employees may be eligible for a bonus
Optional HSA
Long term disability
Telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services
Life insurance
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Subsidized backup care and caregiving resources
401(k)
Vacation
Sick time
11 paid holidays each year
Employee assistance program
Initial vacation benefit of 15 days per year
11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly
Voluntary accident insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Voluntary long term care insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter and Transit programs
Reasonable accommodations for disability or religious reasons