Junior Employment Litigation Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Professional development and training

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate for a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm in Seattle, WA. The role offers hands‑on litigation exposure across pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, and research with a sophisticated team.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of litigation experience, preferably in labor and employment law, and is eager to grow as a management-side litigator. WA Bar active and strong writing skills are expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of litigation experience
• Labor and employment law experience preferred
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Exposure to deposition practice and substantive litigation responsibilities
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Active Washington Bar membership

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in management-side labor and employment litigation
• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft substantive and dispositive motions and other litigation filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written advocacy
• Take and defend depositions
• Assist with employment-related disputes throughout multiple stages of litigation
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to evaluate issues and develop practical solutions

Skills

Litigation experience

Job description

Position Title: Junior Employment Litigation Associate

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate to join its management-side practice representing employers throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest. This role offers hands‑on litigation experience across pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, legal research, and employment-related disputes while working alongside experienced attorneys.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of litigation experience, preferably within labor and employment law, and is ready to continue developing as a management-side employment litigator. They are proactive, intellectually curious, highly organized, and comfortable taking initiative while working collaboratively with a sophisticated legal team.

Salary Range: $175,000 - 200,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in management-side labor and employment litigation
• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft substantive and dispositive motions and other litigation filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written advocacy
• Take and defend depositions
• Assist with employment-related disputes throughout multiple stages of litigation
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to evaluate issues and develop practical solutions

Requirements

• 2–3 years of litigation experience
• Labor and employment law experience preferred
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Exposure to deposition practice and substantive litigation responsibilities
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Active Washington Bar membership

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Long-term career growth within a national labor and employment practice