Employment Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
Hiring on behalf of a plaintiff-side law firm seeking a driven and detail-oriented Employment Litigation Attorney with 4-9 years of experience to join its expanding practice in Washington. The position involves representing employees in legal claims related to Washington wage and hour laws, with a focus on litigating employment-related claims in both federal and state courts, as well as before arbitrators. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, a commitment to advocacy, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Duties:

• Handle depositions, prepare and argue motions, and conduct arbitrations.
• Draft meet and confer letters regarding discovery issues and prepare cases for trial.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Communicate with outside parties, including attorneys, employers, and administrative agencies.
• Manage all aspects of casework, ensuring deadlines are met and cases are organized.
• Participate in the firm’s expansion into Washington and support the thriving California practice.
• Prepare for and attend mediations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.
• Experience: Minimum of 4-9 years of relevant legal experience, with expertise in wage and hour law.
• Proven litigation experience, including handling complex cases through all stages of the litigation process.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for client representation and complex legal arguments.
• Licensed to practice law in Washington State (out-of-state applicants will not be considered).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills, including pre-litigation investigation, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to advocacy and representing employee rights.

Representing clients in areas of wage and hour violation, workplace injustice, consumer rights, and personal injury, this California based law firm routinely obtains seven-figure settlements. Committed to fairness and a real change in the life of workers, the firm provides the highest quality of legal representation. Founded in 2013, the firm unites people and accomplishes changes that last. By working together as a team, the highly experienced lawyers believe in a collective voice. Delivering big results for clients, the firm and the attorneys have earned a great reputation in the legal community.