Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

O'Hagan Meyer; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Health insurance (medical, dental and 

Vision coverage

Job summary

O'Hagan Meyer in Seattle, WA seeks an Employment Litigation Associate with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to join a sophisticated practice representing premier local and national employers.

The role handles single plaintiff employment matters, wage & hour class actions, contract disputes and professional liability, with direct client interaction and substantial responsibility. A flexible hybrid schedule is offered along with mentorship and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in civil litigation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Willingness to travel locally for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site visits and depositions.
• Admission to the state bar of Washington is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions and other documents.
• Take and defend depositions, draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial activities.
• Experience with both state and federal courts is preferred.

Skills

2+ years of civil litigation

Communication with clients and peers

Travel for court appearances

Bar admission Washington

Job description

Our Seattle, WA office has an opportunity for an Employment Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience to join the firm's dynamic and sophisticated practice representing premier local and national employers. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide-range of labor & employment matters and business litigation involving cutting-edge topics and premier, interesting clients. This associate will join a diverse practice group that handles single plaintiff employment litigation, and wage & hour class action litigation, contract dispute, professional liability, and business disputes. O'Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in civil litigation
• This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance. Experience with both state and federal courts preferred
• This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner
• This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions
• Admission to the state bar of Washington is required

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters
• Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates
• Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs
• Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program

Salary Range: $145,000 to $200,000