Position Title: Junior Employment Litigation Associate
A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking a Junior Employment Litigation Associate to join its management-side practice representing employers throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest. This role offers hands-on litigation experience across pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, legal research, and employment-related disputes while working alongside experienced attorneys.
The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of litigation experience, preferably within labor and employment law, and is ready to continue developing as a management-side employment litigator. They are proactive, intellectually curious, highly organized, and comfortable taking initiative while working collaboratively with a sophisticated legal team.
Salary Range: $175,000 - 200,000 / annually, DOE
Responsibilities - Represent employers in management-side labor and employment litigation
- Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
- Draft substantive and dispositive motions and other litigation filings
- Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written advocacy
- Take and defend depositions
- Assist with employment-related disputes throughout multiple stages of litigation
- Collaborate with attorneys and clients to evaluate issues and develop practical solutions
Requirements - 2-3 years of litigation experience
- Labor and employment law experience preferred
- Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions
- Exposure to deposition practice and substantive litigation responsibilities
- Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Active Washington Bar membership
Benefits - Comprehensive insurance benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Parental leave
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Long-term career growth within a national labor and employment practice
If you are a developing litigator ready for substantive experience, strong mentorship, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in labor and employment law, apply today.
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