Seattle - Employment Litigation Associate

The Seattle office of Fisher Phillips seeks a mid-level associate with 3-5 years of employment litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have experience defending employers in disputes involving discrimination, wrongful termination, restrictive covenants, and wage hour. Demonstrated skill advising clients on workplace policies and day-to-day legal issues a plus. Qualified candidates will be comfortable drafting discovery, initial pleadings, dispositive motions, and agency position statements with a high level of persuasive advocacy. Successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We know what factors are needed to provide outstanding client service to our internal and external clients. This means we are looking for attorneys with excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, commitment to and empathy for their fellow team members, and a relentless commitment to growth and client service. Admission to the Washington Bar is required.

To apply, please upload a cover letter addressed to Attorney Recruiting, resume, a copy of your law school transcript, and a brief writing sample (10 pages max, not heavily edited by someone other than yourself).

We are accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

Benefits: Associate attorneys may be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) and carve out election, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Attorneys have unlimited vacation however, vacation time needs to be taken in moderation and accommodate the firm’s needs. We also offer Seattle paid sick leave and paid parental leave, and optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

The yearly salary range for this position is $165,000 – $1+0,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, relevant experience, seniority, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Fisher Phillips is committed to equal employment opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email RECRUITING@fisherphillips.com. Read more