Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate to join its team in Seattle, WA. The firm specializes in employment and labor law, providing strategic solutions to employers nationwide.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and discrimination charges.
• Represent employers in court, before agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration on employment matters.
• Provide advice and counsel on labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, with a preference for employment law background.
• Active WA bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of court and employment-related agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, with the ability to work independently.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active WA bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage projects effectively.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account.
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.