Our client is seeking an employment attorney for a Seattle-based opportunity centered on California workplace matters. The work combines hands-on litigation responsibilities with practical advice to clients on employment policies, agreements, compensation and workforce decisions.
The Work
- Manage litigation tasks in class action and single-plaintiff employment cases, including legal research, drafting and ongoing case coordination.
- Work on claims involving meal and rest periods, unpaid wages or bonuses, off-the-clock work, employee misclassification and related wage-and-hour issues.
- Contribute to the defense of class and collective actions, including matters involving claims under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
- Handle disputes alleging harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract and wrongful termination in state and federal courts and before agencies.
- Provide day-to-day advice and counseling to clients on employment issues, including restrictive covenants, employee mobility, compensation practices and commission plans.
- Draft and negotiate employment, termination and severance agreements, and advise on reductions in force, employee policies, training and leave practices.
What You Bring
- At least two years of labor and employment experience, including litigation and advice-and-counsel work.
- Admission to practice law in California and a JD.
- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including the California Labor Code, wage-and-hour requirements and discrimination laws.
- Experience with employment litigation in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies.
- Experience defending class and collective actions and PAGA claims.
- Trial experience, along with strong research, analytical, writing and verbal communication skills.
- Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, organizational ability and capacity to work both collaboratively and independently.
Why Consider It
This position brings together meaningful litigation responsibility and direct client counseling across a broad range of California employment issues.
Associates can work on complex class, collective and PAGA matters while also advising on practical workplace decisions, agreements and policies.
The role is described as hybrid, with regular in-office presence and some flexibility to work from home.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annual hiring range is $235,000 to $365,000, depending on experience and qualifications; benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k).
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.