Seattle - Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate

Sacbar; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 164,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Seattle paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Fisher Phillips in Seattle seeks a mid-level Employment Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join its Employment Litigation team, handling defense of employers across Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

Ideal candidate will manage matters through all stages, draft pleadings and motions, and engage in policy counseling and compliance work. The role emphasizes independent work and teamwork.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar.
• 4+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and case-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing employment litigation matters through multiple stages of a case.
• Drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, and other litigation filings.
• Preparing responses and position statements in administrative agency proceedings.
• Conducting legal research and developing clear, persuasive written advocacy.
• Working strategically with colleagues and clients to evaluate risk and develop practical solutions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Case management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Seattle - Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate

The Seattle office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a mid-level associate with 4+ years of experience to join its Employment Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a sophisticated management-side labor and employment practice representing employers throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest.

Ideal candidates will have substantial experience defending employers in employment-related disputes, including matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, restrictive covenants, and wage and hour claims. Experience counseling employers on workplace policies, compliance, and day-to-day employment issues is a plus.

Successful candidates will have experience with:

• Managing employment litigation matters through multiple stages of a case;
• Drafting pleadings, written discovery, substantive and dispositive motions, and other litigation filings;
• Preparing responses and position statements in administrative agency proceedings;
• Conducting legal research and developing clear, persuasive written advocacy; and
• Working strategically with colleagues and clients to evaluate risk and develop practical solutions.

Candidates should be comfortable managing multiple matters and competing deadlines while exercising sound judgment and attention to detail. The role requires the ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative litigation team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school;
• Admission to the Washington State Bar;
• 4+ years of relevant litigation experience, preferably representing employers in labor and employment matters;
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills; and
• Strong organizational, communication, and case-management skills.

Benefits

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) and carve out election, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer Seattle paid sick leave and paid parental leave, and optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

Pursuant to Washington regulation, the annual salary range for this position is $182,500+ and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, seniority, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Fisher Phillips is committed to equal employment opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email [e-mail].