We are always looking for passionate people to join our team. If you are interested in joining our team and supporting our mission of defending individual rights and liberties, we would love to hear from you. Currently open positions, if any, are listed below. Even if you do not see a currently open role that is right for you, we welcome interested candidates to contact us at any time, by sending an expression of interest and resume to us at SamK@mhb.com.
Consistent with our mission of expanding freedom, justice, equality, and opportunity for all, MHB is committed to fostering a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. MHB seeks candidates who bring a diversity of backgrounds and experiences to their role at MHB, and persons from historically marginalized or disadvantaged groups are particularly encouraged to apply. In addition, MHB is committed to investing in the success of persons of diverse backgrounds in their employment with MHB. MHB cultivates an anti-racist and pro-equity working environment, and is dedicated to removing any racial and equity-related barriers to opportunities in the workplace.
Announcement: 2027-2029 MHB Civil Rights Litigation Fellowship
Entering its eighth decade defending people’s rights, MacDonald Hoague & Bayless is accepting applications for its two-year civil rights litigation Fellowship. Named in honor of MHB founder Fran Hoague, this Fellowship will begin in September 2027 and will provide an opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of MHB’s Seattle-based civil rights practice representing victims of police and prosecutorial misconduct; workplace injustice; discrimination based on protected identities; inhumane prison conditions; housing discrimination; and others harmed by government or corporate wrongdoing.
This position is intended for new law school graduates or recent graduates finishing a judicial clerkship. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited law school and must be eligible for admission to the Washington State Bar, through reciprocity with another state’s bar or by taking the Washington State bar exam, by September 2027. Applicants should have excellent research, writing and advocacy skills, and experience in, or a demonstrated passion for, civil rights or employment law. The firm seeks a wide diversity of applicants, and encourages applications from persons of all races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities.
Interested persons can find more information about MHB on our website: https://www.mhb.com.
Pay: $83,000 for the first year; $89,000 for the second year, plus benefits, and possible relocation assistance.
Start date: Fall 2027.
Applicants should send a letter explaining their interest, a resume, writing sample, and an official or unofficial law school transcript, to fellowship@mhb.com. Please include “Applicant for MHB Civil Rights Litigation Fellowship” in the subject line.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 11:59PM PST on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interviews will be conducted in September 2026 with the goal of extending any offer in October 2026.
Litigation Associate
MacDonald Hoague & Bayless (MHB) is one of Seattle’s oldest and most effective Civil Rights and Immigration Law firms. Based in downtown Seattle with a satellite office in Minneapolis, MHB is a mission-driven law firm with an excellent work environment that fosters individual growth and diversity, equity, and inclusion while offering superb legal services.
We are seeking a Litigation Associate for our Civil Rights practice. The position will be based in either Seattle or Minneapolis, depending on the preference of the successful candidate.
The Litigation Associate will work on employment and civil rights cases from intakes through trials and appeals. Associates evaluate and investigate claims, provide legal advice, draft pleadings and briefs, conduct written discovery, take depositions, engage in oral argument, and try cases in court. Litigation Associates manage a meaningful caseload with substantial autonomy under close mentorship from experienced trial attorneys. Our attorneys provide excellent, ethical representation to individual clients in complex employment and civil rights cases. We prioritize collaboration, learning, empathy, and top-notch work product.
Required Qualifications:
- Admitted to and active member of the Washington State Bar Association or Minnesota State Bar Association, or eligible for admission through reciprocity;
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the practice of law, with preference for experience in plaintiff’s side employment or civil rights litigation;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including analyzing, interpreting, and conveying complex information and concepts;
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills;
- Familiarity and comfort with current legal technology, including benefits and risks of AI tools and e-discovery platforms;
- Demonstrated record of excellent client service and ability to work with a diverse set of clients from all walks of life;
- Detail-oriented and capable of handling a high volume of work, in a sometimes fast-paced environment;
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet critical deadlines;
- Thorough command of the English language including excellent spelling, grammar,
punctuation, form, and style; and
- A demonstrated commitment to the equal rights of all people and the rule of law.
Employee Salary and Benefits:
- $90,000–120,000, depending on experience
- Full coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums
- 401(K) retirement plan
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Employment requirements: Upon hire, you must provide proof of your eligibility to legally work in the US.
As an equal opportunity employer, MHB seeks a wide diversity of applicants, and encourages applications from, among others, persons of all races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities.
Please send your resume and cover letter to SamK@mhb.com