Employment Litigation Attorney - Washington

Wilshire Law Firm

$140K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Washington, DC
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Washington; Oregon admission is a plus.
  • Minimum four years of experience with Wage & Hour class actions under the Washington Minimum Wage Act and Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Proven experience with Washington Law Against Discrimination claims, including discrimination, retaliation, and harassment.
  • Knowledge of employee misclassification and independent contractor litigation.
  • Experienced in class certification and complex employment litigation.
  • Strong skills in litigation practices such as motion practice, discovery, and depositions.
  • Preferred trial experience or significant trial preparation experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side employment litigation matters.
  • Draft and argue motions and pleadings for legal filings.
  • Conduct and defend depositions, including with parties and witnesses.
  • Handle all phases of written discovery, drafting and responding to requests.
  • Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeal as necessary.
  • Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff on case management.
  • Provide clients with regular updates regarding case status and strategy.
  • Mentor junior attorneys and support staff when appropriate.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and paid holidays for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the firm.
  • Team outings and sponsored events to cultivate a collaborative work environment.
  • Employee referral bonus program to incentivize recruitment.
  • Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades for health coverage.
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision plans to support overall employee wellness.
  • Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance for added security.
  • 401k plan to help employees save for retirement.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for tax savings on healthcare expenses.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being support.
  • Pet Insurance to help employees care for their furry companions.
Full Job Description
Employment Litigation Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action - Washington

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As a Litigation Attorney in our Employment Department, you will fight for our clients and win in worker rights violation cases against large corporations represented by big law firms. Attorneys are expected to take significant responsibility in litigating their own docket of cases while at the same time honing their skills through mentorship by our award-winning attorneys.

Accountable for
  • Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side employment litigation matters.
  • Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and other substantive legal filings.
  • Conduct and defend depositions, including party and witness depositions.
  • Handle all phases of written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests.
  • Prepare cases for mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeal as necessary.
  • Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to effectively manage cases.
  • Communicate with clients and provide regular updates regarding case status and strategy.
  • Mentor junior attorneys and support staff, as appropriate.

Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Washington. Admission in Oregon is a plus.
  • At least four years of experience litigating Wage & Hour class actions under the Washington Minimum Wage Act (MWA) and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective actions
  • Experience litigating Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD) claims, including discrimination, retaliation, disability accommodation, and harassment
  • Employee misclassification and independent contractor litigation
  • Class certification, collective action certification, and complex employment litigation.
  • Strong litigation skills, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, and mediation.
  • Trial experience or substantial trial preparation experience is highly preferred.

Compensation
  • Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $200,000
Benefits
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Team outings and sponsored events
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
  • Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401k
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance

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