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Partner Attorney w Portable Book

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GPAC

Tacoma, WA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Lateral Partner (Various Practice Areas) •Confidential application process• About the Firm We are collaborating with a highly respected, forward-thinking law firm with a deep footprint in the Pacific Northwest. Known for its collaborative culture, exceptional staff support, and low-bureaucracy management, the firm provides an ideal platform for growth-minded attorneys. Whether you specialize in litigation, corporate transactions, real estate, or regulatory law, this platform is built to help you scale your practice while maintaining excellent work-life integration. The Opportunity Our client is actively seeking Lateral Partners across various practice areas to expand its Washington State presence. This position is designed for an entrepreneurial partner—or a senior counsel/income partner ready to make the leap—who possesses an established, portable book of business. The firm offers a highly transparent, lucrative compensation structure that directly rewards your originations, alongside a realistic and structured path to equity. Key Requirements Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and an active, good-standing license to practice law in Washington State . Minimum of 8+ years of legal experience, with a proven track record of client development and retention. A portable book of business of at least $350,000 (verifiable history of originations and collections). Open to various practice areas, with particular interest in: Commercial Litigation, Real Estate & Land Use, Healthcare Law, Labor & Employment, or Corporate/Transactional Law . Strong leadership skills and a desire to mentor associates and contribute to firm culture. What the
Firm Offers You Lucrative Compensation & Splits:
A highly competitive base salary paired with one of the most transparent and generous origination bonus structures in the region.
Rate Flexibility:
Lower overhead means flexible billing structures, allowing you to retain and grow clients who might be priced out of larger Am Law platforms.
Robust Operational Support:
Dedicated paralegal assistance, administrative backup, and cutting-edge tech so you can focus on practicing law and building relationships.
True Collaborative Culture:
A strict "no-jerks" policy where partners cross-sell services and genuinely support each other's client bases. Recruitment Tips for
This Posting:
Practice Area Flexibility:
By keeping the practice areas broad but highlighting a few key sectors (like Real Estate, Healthcare, or Litigation), you capture a wider net of qualified candidates without cluttering the ad.
The Confidentiality Angle:
Partners are incredibly protective of their moves. Emphasizing "absolute strictest confidentiality" right at the bottom reduces the friction for them to hit reply or send a quick message. Please send your confidential resume to Sierra Darrah at sierra.darrah@gogpac.com or call/text 605-605-1152 to discuss this in more detail.