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Disciplinary Counsel Intake

Washington State Bar Association.

Job Location:

Seattle, OR - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 91450 - 91450

Posted: 4 October 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 1 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Disciplinary Counsel - Intake
Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)

Salary Range: $91450 to $91450 Washington State Employee Benefits and Retirement
FLSA Status: Full-time Exempt
Work Location: Hybrid Commutable within Washington

Application Deadline: October 21 2026

The WSBAs mission is to serve the public and the members of the Bar to ensure the integrity of the legal profession and to champion justice.

Purpose and Position Summary:

The Intake Disciplinary Counsel reviews investigates and analyzes a high volume of grievances against lawyers; prepares dismissal letters and legal memos; and supports the Managing Disciplinary Counsel Intake by making determinations on opening case files grievance disposition developing Intake processes and procedures and guiding nonlawyer staff on how to respond to inquiries from members and the public about the lawyer discipline system.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews grievances:

Evaluates written grievances received by ODC to identify files requiring further investigation
Dismisses grievances not requiring investigation
Makes recommendations on referring matters for additional investigation and possible prosecution
Reviews other sources of information regarding lawyer misconduct to identify matters requiring file opening and further investigation
Handles a high volume of daily correspondence and phone calls as assigned by the Managing Disciplinary Counsel-Intake

Investigates disciplinary matters:

Investigates and analyzes specific lawyer conduct generally when it is the subject of an open file
Directs investigator(s) as necessary in investigating open files
Drafts detailed dismissal letters with analysis of applicable law and facts
Drafts transfer notes for matters being referred for additional investigation
Consults with assigned disciplinary counsel on files referred for investigation

Intake Team support:

Assists the Managing Disciplinary Counsel-Intake with directing the work of Intake staff and with coordination with other departments on handling internal and public inquiries
Otherwise provides back-up for Managing Disciplinary Counsel-Intake by making Intake decisions on file openings the disposition of grievances and statistical issues

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Required:

Juris Doctor or successful completion of WSBA Law Clerk Program.
Active member of the WA State Bar Association and in good standing.

Experience Required:

2 years of practicing law including experience.

Experience Preferred:

5 years of practicing law with experience in both criminal and civil areas.

Competencies (Skills/Abilities) Required:

Clear professional written and oral communication to a variety of audiences.
Strong customer service orientation with the ability to respond to stakeholders promptly accurately and with professionalism.
Exceptional organizational skills including the ability to prioritize tasks manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and maintain effectiveness in a fastpaced environment.
Sound judgment decisionmaking and problemsolving skills including the ability to assess complex or unfamiliar situations and determine appropriate actions.
Ability to interpret and apply rules regulations policies and procedures accurately.
Excellent legal analysis writing and oral advocacy skills.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate highquality work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and consistently exercise professional judgment and ethics.
Ability to foster teamwork collaboration and professionalism; able to work both independently and as a positive contributing team member.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and the ability to quickly learn and use new software and technology platforms.
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to WSBA/ODC systems including Litify (case/file management) the ODC document management system the WSBA membership database online legal research tools (e.g. Lexis/Nexis) court record databases and videoconferencing technology.

Competencies (Skills/Abilities) Preferred:

Familiarity with Adobe Pro Litify (case management system) and Docrio (document management system).
Experience working in paperless work environment.

Working Conditions:

This is a Hybrid - Commutable position and job duties may be performed in person or remotely. All WSBA staff must be flexible to work in office or travel within WA state as deemed necessary or as required.

The WSBA headquarters are the primary location while working for the WSBA regardless of where staff mayresidewithin Washington. WSBA does not offer fully remote positions and reserves the right to require employees to work in-person and on-site at the WSBA headquarters or at any worksite necessary to fulfill job duties. For remote work (if applicable) staff must have an adequate work environment and internet access for performing work of a sensitive and confidential nature. Additionally staff are required to use a personal smart mobile device for multifactor authentication via a WSBA authorized App.

Employmentwith the Washington State Bar Association mandates that WSBA Staff mustresidewithin the State of Washington at the time of hire and during active employment status.

The essential functions of the job that must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation: This position must be able to regularly workWSBAs business hoursinan office type environment (remote or in office) possess the ability to primarily sit/stand and use a computer and lift/push/pull items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able touse standard computer and office equipment (e.g. copiers scanners printers phones fax etc.).

WSBA Benefits Include:

State of Washington Retirement system (DRS/PERS) including an optional Deferred Compensation Plan (DRS/DCP).
Medical benefits (including Rx) through the WA Healthcare Authority with WSBA paying a majority of the premium cost.
100% paid premiums for employee Dental and Vision.
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans.
Generous Paid Time Off Benefits (sick/PSSL vacation holiday float emergency leave).
Transportation incentives *based on primary work selection requirements.
Allowance to set up a home office *based on a primary remote work selection.
Free Employee Assistance Program and National Employee Discount Program.
The WSBA is a Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Eligible tuition assistance and continued training programs.
Eligible for a discounted pet insurance program.
You will be working with a team of supportive collaborative creative and dedicated colleagues driven to accomplish WSBAs Mission.
A company culture that truly focuses on a quality work and life balance for its staff through our 4 Pillars: 1) Excellence (Mission-driven results) 2) Unity (Team-driven results) 3) Integrity (Value-driven results) and 4 JOY! (People-driven culture).

For consideration and to applyinterested and qualified candidates mustapply onlineand upload the following required materials (3): a comprehensive professional resume cover letter (letter of interest) and a writing sample. Applications submitted without a cover letter and writing sample will be considered incomplete. Priority towards consideration if application is received by October 21 2026.

WSBA Staff must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis upon hire. This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.

WSBA administers pre-employment background screening upon a contingent verbal offer and prior to hire.

The WSBA is subject to Washington State Court RulesGeneral Rule(GR) 12.4 which specifies the Bars responsibility and process to provide public access to Bar records.

The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)operates under the delegated authority of the Washington Supreme Court and exercises a governmental function authorized by the Washington Supreme Court to license and regulate the states nearly 40000 legal professionals including lawyers limited practice officers and limited license legal technicians. The WSBA both regulates legal professionals under the authority of the Court and serves its members as a professional association all without public funding. The WSBA administers thebar admission process including the bar exam; provides record-keeping andlicensing functions; administers thelawyer discipline system. and providescontinuing legal educationfor legal professionals in addition to numerous other educational and member-service activities.

The WSBA is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

The statements contained in this job announcement are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.

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