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
- Employee handbooks
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Billable hour credit for:
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Attorney training and professional development
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.