Litigation Attorney – Employment Law

Litigation Attorney Employment Law

Seattle WA (hybrid)

We are partnered with a well-established Seattle-based law firm with multiple offices across the Puget Sound that is looking to add an Employment Attorney to its growing team.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with strong experience representing employers in a mix of employment litigation counseling and workplace-related drafting matters.

Your day-to-day:

• Handle employment-related disputes from early assessment through resolution
• Manage matters involving claims such as discrimination retaliation wage and hour issues and wrongful termination
• Prepare motions pleadings and discovery along with taking and defending depositions
• Support clients through administrative matters including responses to agency complaints and investigations
• Advise employers on workplace practices risk management and compliance questions
• Draft and reviewing workplace documents such as policies handbooks separation agreements and employment agreements
• Participate in mediation arbitration and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Work closely with colleagues across practice to provide practical business-minded legal support

Who You Are:

• Associate with 4 years of experience in employment law background representing employers is preferred
• 2 years of litigation experience with strong trial and courtroom experience
• Background handling matters related to wage and hour issues under both state and federal law
• Skilled in legal research writing case strategy and client communication
• Comfortable managing a busy caseload with a high level of independence
• Licensed and in good standing with the Washington State Bar

Company Benefits & Appreciation:

• Supportive team-oriented environment
• Mentorship and ongoing development
• Medical dental and vision
• 401(k) with match
• PTO sick time and paid holidays
• Parking reimbursement

Compensation: $160000$230000 DOE bonus

Required Experience:

IC