Labor & Employment Associate Attorney – OSHA

Orionplacement; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is looking for an experienced attorney for a full-time hybrid role based in Seattle, Washington, handling OSHA compliance and enforcement matters with 3+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include advising clients, representing employers in litigation, and drafting legal documents. Join a nationally recognized team dedicated to workplace safety and regulatory matters, offering strong mentorship and professional development opportunities. Benefits include dental and vision insurance, as well as paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant OSHA, MSHA, environmental, and/or whistleblower experience.
• Experience with OSHA compliance, enforcement, inspections, and agency interaction.
• Strong academic credentials and state bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on OSHA compliance and enforcement matters.
• Represent employers in OSHA and environmental-related matters.
• Handle litigation tasks including discovery and case strategy.
• Draft strategic written work product and communicate with clients.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Environmental compliance

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $260,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a nationally recognized labor and employment team with a strong OSHA and workplace safety practice
• Handle sophisticated, high-stakes matters involving OSHA compliance, enforcement, inspections, investigations, and related litigation
• Build deep subject‑matter expertise in a niche practice area that is highly valuable and not easy to find
• Work on meaningful client matters with real responsibility, strong mentorship, and direct exposure to case strategy
• Grow with a forward‑thinking firm that invests in training, professional development, and long‑term attorney success

Location: Hybrid role based in Seattle, Washington, offering the flexibility of remote work with meaningful in‑office collaboration.

Note: Candidates must have 3+ years of directly relevant OSHA, MSHA, environmental, and/or whistleblower experience, along with admission to the home office state bar or the ability to waive in.

About Us

We are a high‑performing legal team known for handling complex matters with precision, innovation, and a strong commitment to client service. We combine sophisticated legal work with a collaborative, modern environment where attorneys are supported in building strong careers and doing impactful work. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise clients on OSHA compliance, enforcement matters, inspections, and agency interactions
• Represent employers in OSHA, MSHA, environmental, and whistleblower‑related matters
• Handle litigation tasks including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and case strategy
• Support on‑site inspections, responses to agency inquiries, and enforcement proceedings
• Partner with senior attorneys and clients on high‑value workplace safety and regulatory matters
• Draft clear, strategic written work product and communicate effectively with clients and agencies
• Contribute to a national practice serving employers across complex regulatory and litigation matters

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 3+ years of directly relevant OSHA, MSHA, environmental, and/or whistleblower experience
• Experience with OSHA compliance, enforcement, inspections, and agency interaction
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong academic credentials
• State bar admission in the relevant office location or ability to waive in
• Deposition, discovery, and motion practice experience preferred
• Environmental compliance, enforcement, or litigation experience is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of a sophisticated practice where your work matters, your development is taken seriously, and your niche experience is valued. This is an opportunity to grow in a collaborative, high‑caliber environment that offers strong training, substantive client exposure, and long‑term career upside.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance