Our client is seeking an associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Employment & Trade Secret group in Washington, DC. The work combines management-side litigation with practical, day-to-day counseling for fast-growing technology companies, including weekly in-person attendance at the D.C. office.
The Work
- Litigate management-side employment matters, including disputes involving covenants not to compete and trade secrets.
- Provide day-to-day employment advice to fast-growing technology companies on terminations, leaves of absence, internal investigations, and reductions in force.
- Review and draft employment policies tailored to clients’ workplace needs.
- Advise on employment-related issues arising in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
- Work across disputes and counseling matters, helping clients address employment concerns as they arise and as their businesses grow.
What You Bring
- 2–5 years of experience in management-side employment law litigation and counseling.
- Experience litigating employment law cases, including matters involving covenants not to compete and trade secret disputes.
- Experience advising on day-to-day employment issues, such as terminations, leaves, investigations, and reductions in force.
- Ability to review and draft employment policies and advise on employment matters in corporate transactions.
- Excellent academic credentials and strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Membership in the Washington, D.C. Bar is preferred.
Why Consider It
This position offers a blend of litigation and ongoing client counseling, with exposure to fast-growing technology companies and employment issues arising in corporate transactions.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated salary range is $235,000–$365,000, based on year classification, and discretionary merit bonuses may be awarded.
Benefits include healthcare, family-building support, paid parental leave, backup childcare, a 401(k), and firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.
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.