Labor and Employment Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel to senior associate attorney with four to seven years of employment law experience to join its Labor and Employment practice group in Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for building a practice and creatively working with clients to find solutions.

Duties

• Manage internal and external client relationships effectively.
• Lead on matters and supervise junior associates.
• Draft summary judgment motions and other dispositive briefing.
• Prepare motions to compel arbitration and discovery requests.
• Oppose motions for class certification and gather declarations.
• Draft long-form settlement agreements in wage and hour class actions.
• Advise clients on employment law compliance, policies, and handbooks.
• Conduct labor due diligence on M&A deals.

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials and excellent legal writing skills.
• Experience in employment litigation, including court appearances and depositions.
• Federal clerkship experience preferred.
• Experience in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits.
• Experience handling wage and hour matters and client counseling.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Washington.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively with clients.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

This firm has provided high-value legal services to company and industry leaders as well as public and non-profit organizations for decades. The firm has an international presence, with practice areas including corporate and commercial litigation, intellectual property, and general regulatory advice. The firm's commitment to advancing diversity and inclusivity within the firm and communities guides its recruitment strategy and policy, as evidenced in its diversified workforce and equal opportunities it offers to all employees. The firm has actively supported LGBTQ communities, lawyers with disabilities, and lawyers of color through various resource groups. The firm employs brilliant entry-level and lateral staff and provides professional development training and mentorship programs, with a highly competitive pay package and other bonuses.