Associate needed for Washington office

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a highly qualified Associate Attorney to join its Corporate Department with a focus on employment and labor matters. This position may be based in Washington, D.C., or any of the firm’s U.S. office locations. The role is ideal for an attorney with 5–7 years of employment law experience who is skilled in both advisory and transactional support for corporate clients.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Provide strategic counsel to corporate clients on employment law compliance, including:

  • Worker classification

  • Wage and hour regulations

  • Immigration-related employment matters

  • Union and collective bargaining issues

  • Equal employment opportunity laws

  • Drafting and updating employment policies and handbooks

• Draft and negotiate employment-related documents including:

  • Employment agreements

  • Separation agreements

  • Restrictive covenants (non-compete, non-solicit, confidentiality provisions)

• Advise on workforce reductions and compliance with the WARN Act

• Conduct employment-related due diligence for corporate transactions

• Draft and interpret employment reps and covenants in transactional documents

Requirements:

• 5–7 years of employment law experience at a nationally recognized law firm

• Strong knowledge of employment-related legal and regulatory frameworks

• Experience handling employment law aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate deals

• Proven ability to manage complex matters and client expectations

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing or eligibility to waive into the jurisdiction of the firm office where the attorney will be based (including Washington, D.C.)

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, drafting, and communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

• Capable of managing multiple assignments under tight deadlines

• Team-oriented and client-focused work ethic

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with corporate teams

Benefits:

• Salary determined by experience level, graduation year, and area of expertise

• Full suite of benefits typically includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with firm contributions

  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

  • Professional development and continuing legal education support

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.