Associate

Labor & Employment Associate — Seattle

  • LocationSeattle, Washington
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience4–7 PQE
  • Compensation$260k–$420k
  • PracticeEmployment & Labor

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Midlevel associate opportunity in a national Labor & Employment practice based in Seattle. The team handles complex employment litigation and counseling for a broad range of employer clients and is looking for an experienced associate to take significant responsibility on matters and help grow the practice.

Ideal candidates will take a lead role on litigation (including depositions and court appearances), manage client relationships, supervise junior lawyers, and contribute to business development. The role offers a hybrid working model and a full professional benefits package.

  • 4–7 years of employment law experience (PQE)
  • Strong academic credentials and excellent legal writing skills
  • Experience in employment litigation — depositions, court appearances, dispositive briefing
  • Experience with single-plaintiff and class/collective actions, including wage & hour matters
  • Client counseling experience on employment compliance (policies, handbooks, leaves, discipline) and drafting separation/offer/arbitration agreements preferred
  • Ability to supervise junior associates and manage client relationships; federal clerkship and labor diligence on M&A deals are a plus

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