Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Seattle, Washington.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 3-6 years of employment litigation experience to join a highly regarded Employment Litigation practice. The role offers significant client contact and hands-on litigation experience representing employers in complex employment disputes, class actions, and workplace investigations.

• Represent employers in single-plaintiff employment litigation, systemic discrimination cases, and wage and hour class actions.

• Handle pre-litigation matters, including responding to administrative charges and agency investigations.

• Conduct internal workplace investigations and provide day-to-day employment counseling to clients.

• Manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.

• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and participate in discovery.

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive litigation filings.

• Appear in court for hearings, argue motions, and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.

• Work directly with corporate clients while collaborating with a team of experienced employment litigators.

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the Washington State Bar.

• 3-6 years of employment litigation experience, with at least 2 years of litigation experience required.

• Experience handling employment disputes, workplace investigations, or class actions is preferred.

• Excellent legal research, drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.

• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong academic credentials.

• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.

• Salary: $260,000-$390,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Mental health and wellness programs

  • Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits

  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Industry-leading parental leave

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid holidays

  • Annual discretionary performance bonus eligibility