Labor And Employment Attorney

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