Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid to Senior-Level Employment Litigation Associate to join a highly regarded law firm with a nationally recognized Employment Law practice based in Seattle. This opportunity is ideal for confident, self-motivated associates looking to build a robust employment practice within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle employment litigation matters with a focus on class actions and single-plaintiff cases.
• Advise and represent clients on federal and Washington employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver strategic, high-quality defense counsel in sophisticated employment disputes.

Requirements:

• A minimum of three years of employment litigation experience, including class actions, gained at a large defense firm or smaller firm specializing in complex employment defense matters.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and Washington employment laws.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar or pending membership.
• Strong writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, client-focused approach to building a comprehensive employment practice.

Why Join This Team?

• Be part of a vibrant, nationally recognized employment law team.
• Work with clients on sophisticated litigation matters, including cutting-edge class action cases.
• Enjoy a collegial and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Compensation and Benefits:

The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $205,000 to $330,000, with actual pay adjusted based on education, training, and experience.

Full-time employees may be eligible for:

• Bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive health insurance, including optional HSA
• Long-term disability, dental insurance, and vision care
• Life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional benefits include:

• 80 hours of initial sick leave per year
• Attorneys typically take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, adjusted to client and firm needs.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, life insurance, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI):

This firm is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, including those from underrepresented communities, can thrive and see a path to success. DEI is embedded throughout the firm via a structured framework that prioritizes community, growth, education, and engagement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $205,000.00 - $330,000.00 per year