Civil Litigation Associate Attorney – Tribal Rights

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. Represent clients in complex civil litigation involving Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, land disputes, and Indigenous legal interests .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation, including motion drafting, legal research, and case management, with a strong commitment to representing Tribal interests and advancing Indigenous rights.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeActive Admission To A U.S. State Bar2+ Years Of Civil Litigation ExperienceSubstantive Motion DraftingTribal Law Experience

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLitigation ProceduresDrafting MotionsCase PreparationNegotiationsOral AdvocacyAnalytical Thinking

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationExceptional AdvocacyClient Service

Industry Keywords

Tribal SovereigntyTreaty RightsLand DisputesIndigenous Legal InterestsCivil RightsComplex LitigationCatastrophic Personal InjuryWrongful Death

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent clients in complex civil litigation involving Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, land disputes, and Indigenous legal interests
Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and other substantive legal documents
Conduct legal research and develop creative, effective litigation strategies
Manage discovery, case preparation, negotiations, and other phases of litigation
Collaborate with experienced attorneys on challenging legal issues and high-stakes disputes
Assist with catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, and related civil litigation matters
Manage assignments independently while delivering exceptional advocacy and client service

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Active admission to a U.S. state bar
2+ years of civil litigation experience
Proven experience with substantive motion drafting, legal research, and litigation procedures
Strong written communication, analytical thinking, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to independently manage litigation responsibilities in a remote setting
Must currently reside in Washington or Oregon
Washington State Bar admission preferred
Experience with Tribal law, federal Indian law, treaty rights, civil rights, or complex litigation is a plus
Genuine commitment to representing Tribal interests and advancing Indigenous rights
Relevant judicial clerkship experience considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Retirement benefits
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Fully remote work
Professional growth opportunities
Remote flexibility