Senior Labor & Employment Attorney | Seattle

NACBA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 205,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Commuter allowance

Disability & life insurance

Parental leave

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion credits

Associate Training

Annual bonus

Job summary

Foster Garvey in Seattle is seeking an experienced attorney with six to twelve years of labor, employment and immigration experience to join as an Associate or Counsel. A very experienced candidate with a portable book of business may be considered for an Income Principal role.

The role involves handling a broad range of labor and employment matters for diverse clients, including wage and hour, discrimination, and counseling, while contributing to business development and mentoring within a

Qualifications

• 6–12 years of experience in labor and employment law, including single plaintiff, class actions, and counseling.
• Broad experience across employment law, discrimination, wage/hour, leaves and accommodations, and drafting policies/handbooks.
• Ability to independently manage significant responsibilities and collaborate with multiple attorneys.
• Licensure to practice law in Washington; Oregon license a plus.
• Demonstrated client service orientation and strong writing/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Litigate and advise on labor and employment matters.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and provide direct client service.
• Lead or contribute to practice group business development efforts.
• Draft employment agreements, policies, settlements, and handbooks.
• Mentor junior lawyers and collaborate with a diverse team.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Litigation

Counseling & Advice

Client Relationships

Business Development

Legal Writing

Communication

Team Leadership

WA/Oregon Licenses

Job description

Foster Garvey in Seattle is seeking an experienced attorney with six to twelve years of labor, employment and immigration experience to join as an Associate or Counsel. A very experienced candidate with a portable book of business may be considered for an Income Principal role.

The role involves handling a broad range of labor and employment matters for diverse clients, including wage and hour, discrimination, and counseling, while contributing to business development and mentoring within a