CURRENT OPENINGS

Bennett Bigelow & Leedom, P.S. is seeking an experienced Executive Director to join our leadership team.  Our award-winning law firm is a recognized leader in healthcare law and trial practice, with highly skilled and focused professionals. The ideal candidate will have management and leadership experience in a professional services environment, preferably in the legal industry. This is a regular, exempt, full-time position based in our Seattle office, primarily on-site.

The Executive Director is responsible for directing management functions and daily operations of the firm including business management, human resources, operations, facilities, technology and information systems, business development, finances, and policies and procedures.  You will thrive at BB&L when you quickly instill confidence, demonstrate your versatility, effectively prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced high-pressured environment, communicate clearly and effectively, and maintain a sense of humor.  We are friendly, focused, and imbued with the unique perspectives of highly specialized legal professionals.  We take great pride in our work and in our long history of championing women in law.

Essential Duties

• Day-to-day human resource management, including performance management, compensation, recruiting and onboarding, retention, development and enforcement of policies and procedures, change management, coverage planning, staff timesheet approval, benefits and leave administration, participation on the 401(k) committee, and continued development of firm culture and team building to maximize productivity.
• Daily operations, including facilities, vendor management, and planning firm events.
• Finance and accounting responsibilities include working closely with the Director of Finance and Accounting on budgeting, profitability analysis, projections, shareholder compensation, development and enforcement of financial controls, and promoting operational efficiencies.
• Oversight of technology and information systems in support of IT Manager to optimize effective use of technology, assess and manage risk, implement policies and procedures to protect firm assets and client records. Oversee records management and docketing functions.
• Prepare agendas and materials for Directors’ meetings, oversee firm governance, monitor legal and licensing issues, facilitate renewals for professional licenses and professional liability insurance, and support strategic planning.
• Support business development, oversee website content development and updates, and coordinate individual and firm-wide business development efforts.
• Support attorneys and legal staff in maintaining consistent performance of business objectives.
• Supervise management team, administrative staff and paralegal coordinator.
• Travel, on occasion, to provide support in other locations, generally within the State of Washington.

Skills & Qualifications

• Versatile leadership skills with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, adaptable to various work styles and personalities.
• Strong human resources skills, including a working knowledge of current federal, state and local HR laws, regulations and standards.
• Highly organized, strategic thinker with proactive solution-oriented approach.
• Must work effectively with other highly skilled professionals in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Adept at quickly and effectively learning new technologies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in law firm or professional services management.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supervising personnel.
• Preferred MBA, CLM (Certified Legal Manager), or SHRM-SCP, or equivalent experience.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation range of $190,000 to $220,000 annual salary.
• Annual performance bonus (varies).
• Healthcare benefits include medical plan choices for Preferred Provider (PPO) or High Deductible Plan with Health Savings Account, with 91-95% employer paid premium and employee buy-up options. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.  Employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Account option for qualified medical and childcare expenses.
• Dental plan with 100% employer paid premium. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.
• Vision plan with 100% employer paid premium. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.
• Short Term Disability Insurance, employer paid.
• Long Term Disability Insurance, employer paid.
• Life Insurance, employer paid with employee buy-up options.
• Long-Term Care Insurance, employer funded basic plan with employee buy-up options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with annual employer discretionary profit-sharing contribution and access to financial advisory services.
• Travel Insurance, employer paid.
• Employee Assistance Programs, employer paid.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Commuter benefit of paid parking or an employer-paid transit pass.
• Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks after 12 months of service) available to both parents.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 11 paid holidays.
• Laptop computer and accessories.
• Optional iPhone or ‘bring your own device’ mobile phone coverage.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic law firm, please submit your cover letter and resume to Jobs@bbllaw.com.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.  We are a majority woman-owned law firm.  Bennett Bigelow & Leedom, P.S. is committed to Diversity & Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  For assistance with the application process to accommodate a disability, please contact Jobs@bbllaw.com or call 206.622.5511.

Bennett Bigelow & Leedom, P.S.­­­, a recognized leader in Health Care Law and Trial Practice, is searching to expand its team of highly-regarded and award-winning attorneys in both its Seattle and Spokane offices.  Specifically, the firm is interested in candidates who have experience and a focused interest in medical malpractice, personal injury, and insurance defense.  The ideal candidate will have at least two years of practice experience with strong legal writing and analytical skills, demonstrated oral advocacy skills, and a commitment to work collaboratively with other attorneys, legal staff, administrative staff, and management. This is a full-time position with a hybrid remote option.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation to healthcare providers, hospitals, nursing facilities, product manufactures and academic medical centers.
• Research legal issues and medical topics, prepare and file briefs, motions, and other necessary judicial pleadings. Evaluate medical records, facilitate discovery process, and conduct depositions. Support trials.
• Participate in case management including strategy development.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with internal and external clients.
• Provide direction, instruction, feedback, and supervision to associates and staff in a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Increase knowledge in medical malpractice and insurance defense law, monitor changes, and pursue continuing legal education.
• Accurately and promptly capture and record billable and non-billable work.
• Meet annual billable hours requirement of 1,900 hours.

Required Skills

• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strategic thinking to meet client objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Intermediate advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Skilled at time management and working effectively under pressure in high-paced and dynamic environments.
• Skilled at prioritizing tasks, effectively delegating when appropriate, and exercising judgment in decision-making when working independently.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor degree from accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Washington.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in litigation. Medical malpractice, personal injury, or insurance defense experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with ProLaw preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation range of $110,000 – 135,000 annual salary. Annual bonus based on billable hours.
• Healthcare benefits include medical plan choices for Preferred Provider (PPO) or High Deductible Plan with Health Savings Account, with 91-95% employer paid premium and employee buy-up options. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.  Employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Account option for qualified medical and childcare expenses.
• Dental plan with 100% employer paid premium. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.
• Vision plan with 100% employer paid premium. Dependent coverage at employee’s expense.
• Short Term Disability Insurance, employer paid.
• Long Term Disability Insurance, employer paid.
• Life Insurance, employer paid with employee buy-up options.
• Long-Term Care Insurance, employer funded basic plan with employee buy-up options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with annual employer discretionary profit-sharing contribution and access to financial advisory services.
• Travel Insurance, employer paid.
• Employee Assistance Programs, employer paid.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Commuter benefit of paid parking or an employer-paid transit pass.
• Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks after 12 months of service) available to both parents.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 11 paid holidays.
• Hybrid (in person and remote) workplace.
• Laptop computer and accessories.
• Optional iPhone or ‘bring your own device’ mobile phone coverage.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join our dynamic law firm, please submit your  cover letter, resume and legal writing sample to Jobs@bbllaw.com.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.  We are a majority woman-owned law firm.  Bennett Bigelow & Leedom, P.S. is committed to Diversity & Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  For assistance with the application process to accommodate a disability, please contact Jobs@bbllaw.com or call 206.622.5511 and ask to speak with our Executive Director.