Employment Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to join their team in Seattle, Washington. The ideal candidate will have a background in wage and hour law and a commitment to advocating for employee rights. This role involves representing clients in various employment-related claims before federal and state courts.

Responsibilities include managing all aspects of cases, conducting in-depth legal research, and preparing for trial. Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) and be licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-9 years of relevant legal experience.
• Substantial experience in litigating and managing complex cases.
• Expertise in wage and hour law.
• Proficiency in all stages of the litigation process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Responsibilities

• Defend and take depositions.
• Draft letters regarding discovery issues.
• Argue motions and draft discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct arbitrations and prepare for mediations.
• Prepare cases for trial and perform in-depth legal research.
• Manage all aspects of cases, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Aid in the expansion of the firm's California practice.

Skills

Strong litigation skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to join their team in Seattle, Washington. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wage and hour law and a commitment to advocating for employee rights. This role involves representing clients in employment-related claims before federal and state courts and arbitrators.

Duties

• Defend and take depositions.
• Draft meet and confer letters regarding discovery issues.
• Argue motions and draft discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct arbitrations and prepare for mediations.
• Prepare cases for trial and perform in-depth legal research.
• Communicate with outside parties, including attorneys and administrative agencies.
• Manage all aspects of cases, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Aid in the expansion of the firm's California practice.

Requirements

• Minimum 4-9 years of relevant legal experience.
• Substantial experience in litigating and managing complex cases.
• Expertise in wage and hour law.
• Proficiency in all stages of the litigation process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Skills

• Strong litigation skills, including drafting pleadings and conducting depositions.
• Effective communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunities for career advancement.

Supportive and dynamic work environment.