Employment Law Associate

Pay scale: $165000- $200000Job OverviewA law firm seeks an experienced Employment Law Associate in Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will possess over four years of experience in employment law, with a strong understanding of federal and state regulations. This role requires superior research, analytical, and legal writing skills, along with litigation experience.DutiesConduct legal research and draft motions.Manage discovery, depositions, and oral arguments.Handle BOLI and EEOC charges and investigations.Review employee handbooks and policies.Train junior associates.Requirements4+ years of employment law experience.Strong work ethic and client service skills.Excellent academic credentials and professional references.Solid interpersonal and communication skills.Interest in industry-specific groups.EducationJuris Doctor degree.CertificationsAdmission to Oregon or Washington State Bar; dual admission preferred.SkillsSuperior research and analytical skills.Strong legal writing abilities.Litigation experience as a second chair.Ability to work with limited supervision.BenefitsProductivity and discretionary merit bonuses.Flexible work arrangements.Representing a wide range of businesses, with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and California, this is one of the largest firms, specializing in bankruptcy, business and corporate, employment, environment, intellectual property, Native American law, real estate, privacy and data security, tax and estate planning, dispute resolution, and litigation. The firm has an environment where everybody is enthusiastic and team-oriented. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the firm recruits, retains, and promotes diverse talents in the firm and the communities. Believing in giving back, the attorneys provide substantial legal assistance to help more than 100 pro bono clients per year and support a low-income housing legal clinic in Seattle. The firm offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k) or profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.This opportunity is being presented by BCG Attorney Search, a legal recruiting firm focused exclusively on placing attorneys in permanent positions with law firms.Since 2000, BCG Attorney Search has helped thousands of attorneys advance their careers at law firms ranging from specialized boutiques to major firms. Our recruiters combine direct relationships with law firms, detailed market research, and an extensive record of prior placements to identify where an attorney’s experience is most likely to be valued.We help attorneys understand their marketability, identify suitable firms, approach opportunities strategically and confidentially, prepare for interviews, and evaluate offers in light of their long-term career objectives.Our representation is confidential, and candidates never pay a fee for our services.Explore BCG’s thousands of successful placements here.BCG Attorney Search will confidentially review your application and will not forward your materials to the firm without first discussing the opportunity with you.Job ID: 434314