Associate, Employment Litigation - Seattle (4-6 years) at NxT Level

Employment Litigation Associate – Seattle, WA

Our client, a highly respected law firm, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join their Seattle office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to grow their practice under the mentorship of top-tier partners, while working on complex employment litigation matters in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage employment litigation cases from start to finish, including:
  • Responding to pleadings and discovery
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Drafting and arguing motions
  • Participating in mediations and trial preparation
• Provide day-to-day counsel to clients on a wide range of employment law challenges
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, workplace policies, and training programs
• Educate clients through learning programs that help businesses navigate employment-related challenges
• Leverage cutting-edge legal technology to provide innovative client solutions

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to the Washington Bar is required
• 4-6 years of employment litigation experience
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and case management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Growth mindset with a commitment to client service and collaboration
• Self-starter who thrives in both independent and team-based environments

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (compensation based on experience, skills, and internal equity): $180,000 - $210,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • 401(k) with profit-sharing and carve-out election
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Optional benefits, such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance

Why Join?

• Work at a top employment litigation firm with cutting-edge legal technology
• Hybrid work environment that fosters career growth and mentorship
• Opportunity to work directly with clients on high-impact employment law matters
• Join a supportive, team-oriented culture that values excellence, innovation, and client service

This is a fantastic opportunity for an employment litigator looking to take their career to the next level with a leading law firm in Seattle, WA.