Attorney Opening
Midlevel Transactional Indian Law Associate–Seattle, Washington (Hybrid Position)
Miller Nash’s lawyers are proud to provide legal counsel and guidance to tribal governments, organizations, and enterprises in many areas, including cannabis, gaming, tax, liquor, real estate, labor and employment, and other economic development matters. We are looking to expand our Tribal team by adding an associate attorney with 4-6 years of experience with a passion for addressing the complex transactional needs of tribes and tribal enterprises, as well as non-tribal clients in transactions with tribes and tribal enterprises.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess an understanding of the nuanced legal issues that arise in transactions involving tribes and tribal enterprises, and specific experience working with tribes and tribal enterprises on sophisticated legal issues, including:
- financing projects;
- drafting corporate governance documents, tribal codes, resolutions, and policies;
- advising on regulatory matters under federal, state, and tribal law; and
- reviewing contracts and advising on day-to-day operations of enterprises, including on issues related to advertising, procurement, property damage, employment, patron exclusion, and compliance with codes and policies.
We are looking for a team member who exercises good judgment under pressure, has excellent research and writing skills, is self-directed while maintaining the ability to work in a team environment, and will be ready to hit the ground running on immediate client needs.
Only candidates who have received their Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school with a Washington bar license should apply. Flexible hybrid work arrangements are available to all Miller Nash attorneys.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, and writing sample here.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Compensation
- Base Salary Range:
- $177,000 – $187,000 per year (The posted range reflects the expected base salary for this role based on factors such as years of experience, qualifications, and location. The exact offer within this range will depend on the selected candidate's background.)
- Bonuses and Other Compensation:
- Eligibility for an automatic performance bonus ranging from $20,000 – $40,000 annually, contingent on meeting specified billable hours thresholds.
- Potential for additional discretionary bonus based on individual and firm performance.
Benefits
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Who We Are
Miller Nash is an established firm with both strong traditions and modern sensibilities. Although our roots in the Pacific Northwest go back more than a century, we are creative thinkers committed to serving our clients, our community, and each other in thoughtful and innovative ways. Our attorneys and staff enjoy collaborating with one another, and it shows. Candidates and new members of our team often tell us that they are most impressed by the genuine collegiality and caring at our firm.
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