Job Title: Seattle Midlevel Labor, Employment, Workplace Safety Associate
Job Responsibilities:
- Join the Labor, Employment and Workplace Safety (LEWS) practice in the Seattle office.
- Handle a range of employment issues, including class action and single plaintiff litigation.
- Counsel employers on employment matters and review and draft employment policies and agreements.
- Be familiar with various employment issues such as hiring, wage and hour, leave, discipline, termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and restrictive covenants.
- Work on labor and employment aspects of business mergers and acquisitions.
- Collaborate closely with experienced lawyers for mentoring and to gain opportunities for increased responsibility and client interaction.
- Must be a self-starter capable of working independently and as part of a team.
Education and Experience Information:
- Require three to five years of experience in employment law.
- Prior experience with traditional labor relations is a plus but not required.
- Strong academic credentials and excellent communication skills are necessary.
- Commitment to providing high-quality client service is essential.
Salary Information:
- Base compensation ranges from $225,000 to $295,000 per year.
- Compensation will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on factors such as prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive suite of benefits for full-time associates, including medical/prescription drug coverage with a Health Savings Account feature.
- Pre-tax commuting benefits, dental insurance, business travel accident insurance, vision insurance, pet insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
- Short- and long-term disability protection, identity protection/restoration and fraud insurance, life insurance, and student loan refinancing options.
- Paid time off, parental leave, breast milk delivery and lactation support services, paid holidays, and bonuses.
- Family building benefits, pro bono opportunities, flexible spending accounts, professional development and CLE credit opportunities, and an employee assistance program.
- Bar expense reimbursement, relocation assistance, accident insurance, balanced hours program, critical illness insurance, ramp-up/ramp-down program, hospital indemnity insurance, and an employee referral program.
- Bereavement leave, hybrid/remote work opportunities, back-up child/elder care, and access to a caregiving concierge.
- Perks including technology, entertainment, and travel discount programs, wellness programs, and other benefits required by law.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
- The law firm is an equal opportunity employer, making employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and competence.
- Employment practices are not influenced by race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- The policy covers all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal.
- The firm provides an environment free of prohibited harassment and complies with federal and state disability laws, offering reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
