Labor & Employment Attorney (6-12 yrs) - Seattle

Labor & Employment Associate

Our client, a highly respected Pacific Northwest law firm, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney with 6-12 years of experience to join its Labor, Employment & Immigration Practice Group in Seattle. Depending on experience and business development capabilities, candidates may be considered at the Associate, Counsel, or senior-level leadership track.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking a sophisticated employment practice that combines litigation, counseling, and strategic client advisory work. The successful candidate will represent employers across a diverse range of industries and will have significant client contact, responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in labor and employment litigation matters, including:
  • Single-plaintiff employment claims
  • Class and collective actions
  • Discrimination and harassment claims
  • Wage and hour disputes
  • Leave and accommodation matters
• Advise employers on day-to-day workplace issues and risk management strategies
• Draft and review:
  • Employment agreements
  • Separation and settlement agreements
  • Workplace policies
  • Employee handbooks
• Counsel employers regarding:
  • Disability accommodations
  • Leave management
  • Employment law compliance
  • Workplace investigations
• Manage litigation strategy, discovery, motion practice, mediations, and hearings
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through practical and responsive legal advice
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on complex matters
• Participate in business development and client outreach initiatives
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to team development

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar
• 6-12 years of labor and employment law experience
• Significant experience in:
  • Employment litigation
  • Advice and counseling
  • Wage and hour matters
  • Anti-discrimination and harassment claims
  • Leave and accommodation issues
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex matters
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• Demonstrated interest in business development and client relationship building

Preferred Qualifications

• Traditional labor law experience
• Collective bargaining experience
• Experience advising unionized employers
• Oregon employment law or litigation experience
• Oregon Bar admission
• Portable business for candidates interested in a senior-level role

Why This Opportunity

Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to join a collaborative and highly regarded labor and employment practice serving employers across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, higher education, public entities, manufacturing, construction, financial services, hospitality, tribal enterprises, and professional services.

Attorneys benefit from:

• Sophisticated litigation and counseling work
• Direct client interaction and responsibility
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and practice growth
• Support for business development initiatives
• Commitment to pro bono service and community involvement
• An inclusive and collaborative workplace culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $205,000 - $350,000 annually
• Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and business development potential

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Production-based compensation enhancements
• Billable hour credit for:
  • Pro bono work
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
  • Attorney training and professional development

Location

• Seattle, Washington
• Hybrid work flexibility available

Our client is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The firm offers a collaborative environment where attorneys can build meaningful client relationships, develop sophisticated practices, and contribute to impactful legal and community initiatives.