Mid-to-Senior Level Labor amp Employment Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-to-senior level labor & employment associate with five to seven years of experience to join its practice group in Seattle, WA. The associate will handle a diverse range of cases and matters for regional and national companies.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive and discovery motions.
• Manage written discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Counsel employers on hiring, discipline, accommodations, and compliance issues.
• Draft and review employment-related documents.
• Assist with workplace investigations and reporting.
• Delegate and supervise work of junior associates and paralegals.
• Support corporate transactions with employment due diligence.
• Contribute to client trainings on various employment topics.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 5-7 years of labor and employment experience at a reputable firm.
• Experience with employment litigation and counseling on employment laws.
• Outstanding legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and collaborate across teams.
• Strong client-service orientation and professional communication skills.
• Engagement in business development and professional organizations.
• Admission to and good standing with the Washington State bar or eligibility to waive in.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Washington State bar.

Skills

• Legal research and writing.
• Oral advocacy.
• Client counseling and service.
• Supervision and delegation.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

Benefits

• Training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration program.
• Core competency model for long-term success.
• Commitment to well-being and supportive workplace.

Company info

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