SkyWater is partnering with a Twin Cities family law firm looking to add an Associate Attorney to the firm. An ideal candidate has 2-8 years of family law experience. No book of business is needed.
The practice is busy, so someone that can take off running would be great. There is great mentorship at the firm with shareholders with decades of practice experience. Compensation is competitive.
If you are interested in learning more about this role, apply or reach out directly to Kelsey Quarberg at kquarberg@skywatersearch.com.
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting a nationally recognized Am Law firm with its search for a Litigation Associate to join its Complex/Commercial Litigation team in Seattle.
This firm offers:
A lower billable hour requirement than traditional BigLaw, with a strong emphasis on associate wellbeing and long-term sustainability
Highly competitive compensation, including base salary and bonus opportunities
A collaborative, nationally integrated litigation team with strong mentorship and early responsibility
A particularly strong reputation in consumer class actions, privacy, and complex commercial disputes
This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes litigation for a diverse national and international client base across both trial and appellate courts.
I recently placed a litigation associate with this firm and can offer direct insight into culture, workflow, and long-term growth trajectory.
A national law firm is seeking a business litigation associate to join its New York office. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate with 2–4 years of commercial litigation experience who is looking to work on complex matters in a sophisticated and collaborative environment.
The associate will be involved in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; conducting legal research; managing discovery; and assisting with depositions and trial preparation. The role offers meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys on high-level matters across a diverse client base.
Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and a demonstrated commitment to litigation. Prior clerkship experience is a plus but not required.
The anticipated salary range for this position is approximately $210,000 to $250,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
If you would like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
A national law firm is seeking a litigation associate to join its Los Angeles office. The role involves working on complex disputes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, managing discovery and fact development, and contributing to overall case strategy. Associates will have the opportunity to support matters through all stages, including depositions and trial.
Qualified candidates will have 3-8 years of litigation experience, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to handle substantive responsibilities independently. Experience with complex commercial disputes is preferred, with real estate exposure considered a plus. Active California bar admission is required.
The firm offers a competitive base salary with bonus potential, along with a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
If you would like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com.
A national law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its Real Estate practice in Seattle. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to build a broad-based transactional real estate practice within a collaborative and well-regarded team.
Qualified candidates will have 2+ years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, leasing, and real estate finance matters. Experience representing both borrowers and lenders is preferred, and exposure to common interest community work is a plus.
The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction documents, conducting due diligence, and working closely with clients and senior attorneys on a variety of sophisticated real estate matters.
If you would like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting I’m assisting a top-tier, nationally recognized law firm that is seeking a Senior Associate to join its California-based Technology Companies / Emerging Companies practice.
This role is focused on representing high-growth startups and leading venture capital investors across the full company lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of experience in:
Venture capital financings and private offerings
Company-side and investor-side transactions
General corporate counseling for emerging technology companies
Base comp is between $350,000-440,000+ and offers generous market bonuses.
Please apply if interested – open to candidates who want to relocate to CA.
A Los Angeles-based law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Litigation Department. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of broad-based litigation experience, with a strong foundation in commercial litigation matters such as breach of contract, tortious interference, and breach of fiduciary duty.
This role offers significant hands-on experience, including arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and preparing cases for trial. Candidates should possess excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills, along with strong attention to detail and effective communication abilities. Additional experience in areas such as real estate, land use, trusts and estates, or intellectual property litigation is a plus.
A strong academic background and admission to the California Bar are required. The firm offers a competitive compensation package, with a base salary ranging from $250,000 to $325,000, depending on experience, along with performance-based bonuses and additional incentives for business development.
If you’d like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com.
A well-regarded Minneapolis-based litigation boutique is seeking a mid-level associate to join its growing team. The firm handles complex, high-stakes commercial litigation matters and offers a collaborative, trial-focused environment.
The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of litigation experience, with a strong foundation in drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery, and supporting depositions and trial preparation. Experience with commercial disputes is preferred. Candidates should be comfortable taking on meaningful responsibility, working closely with partners and clients, and managing aspects of cases independently. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills are essential, along with attention to detail and sound judgment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an associate seeking hands-on litigation experience in a sophisticated but collegial setting. The firm offers competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and a clear path for long-term growth. Candidates must be admitted to practice in Minnesota or eligible to waive in.
If you’d like to learn more, please apply or reach out to Lauren Swartout directly at lswartout@skywatersearch.com.
I am assisting a Twin Cities boutique general practice law firm with adding a litigation attorney to their tight-knit and collaborative group. This firm, located in the Southwest suburbs of Minneapolis, has a fantastic culture, great benefits, a low billable hour requirement to maximize bonus potential, and ample opportunities for growth and business development. Compensation ranges from $85-125k. If interested, please apply here or send your resume to griebel@skywatersearch.com.
SkyWater Search Partners is assisting a reputable law firm with their search for a skill mid-level litigation associate to join the team.
Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of experience with complex commercial litigation matters including extensive research, writing, motion practice, and depo experience.
This role offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and the opportunity to work on national complex litigation matters with a highly respected team.
If you’re interested in learning more, please apply or reach out to Rylie Niebuhr at RNiebuhr@skywatersearch.com
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