Employment Litigation Associate (2-3 yrs exp.) - Seattle

Permanent Placements LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Our client, a nationally recognized management-side labor and employment law firm, seeks a junior Employment Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join its Seattle office. The position offers exposure to sophisticated labor and employment matters, agency work, and hands-on litigation experience in Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced employment attorneys, gain direct client exposure, and participate in all

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Washington State Bar membership.
• 2–3 years of litigation experience.
• Employment law experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities.
• Strong organizational and case-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated interest in labor and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in labor and employment litigation matters.
• Draft and respond to written discovery, initial pleadings, motions, administrative filings, and agency position statements.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda.
• Assist with case strategy development and litigation planning.
• Support matters through all phases of litigation: discovery, motions, mediation, arbitration, trial prep.
• Advise employers regarding workplace disputes and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on case management and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage multiple deadlines and assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Advocacy

Organization

Case management

Work independently

Team collaboration

Labor law interest

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Employment Litigation Associate

Our client, a nationally recognized management-side labor and employment law firm, is seeking a junior Employment Litigation Associate with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join its Seattle office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a sophisticated labor and employment practice representing employers throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest. The successful candidate will gain substantial hands-on experience handling employment disputes, agency matters, and workplace litigation while working closely with experienced employment attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in labor and employment litigation matters
• Draft and respond to:
  • Written discovery
  • Initial pleadings
  • Motions
  • Administrative filings
  • Agency position statements
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda
• Assist with case strategy development and litigation planning
• Support matters through all phases of litigation, including:
  • Discovery
  • Motion practice
  • Mediation
  • Arbitration
  • Trial preparation
• Advise employers regarding workplace disputes and compliance issues
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on case management and risk mitigation strategies
• Manage multiple deadlines and assignments in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar
• 2-3 years of litigation experience
• Employment law experience preferred, but not required
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and advocacy abilities
• Strong organizational and case-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated interest in labor and employment law

Preferred Experience

• Employment litigation
• Administrative agency proceedings
• Workplace investigations
• Motion practice
• Discovery management
• Employer-side representation

Why This Opportunity

Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to:

• Work on sophisticated employment litigation matters
• Develop specialized expertise in labor and employment law
• Receive strong mentorship and training from experienced employment attorneys
• Gain direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility
• Build trial, litigation, and counseling skills
• Join a collaborative and supportive team environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $180,000 - $200,000 annually
• Eligibility for performance-based bonus opportunities

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and transit benefits
• Student loan refinancing resources
• Pet insurance and supplemental insurance options

Location

• Seattle, Washington