Employment Law Attorney - Join Our Dynamic Team in Seattle! HYBRID
*Confidential application process*
Are you a passionate and driven attorney with a strong understanding of employment law? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and seek the opportunity to make a real impact on businesses and individuals in the vibrant Seattle area? If so, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal counsel and representation to employers and/or employees (specify if applicable, or "both") on a wide range of employment law matters, including:
- Wage and hour compliance (FLSA, Washington state law)
- Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
- Wrongful termination
- Leave laws (FMLA, WA Paid Family and Medical Leave)
- Employment agreements and restrictive covenants
- Workplace investigations
- ADA and other accommodation issues
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
- Represent clients in administrative proceedings, negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and state and federal court litigation.
- Provide proactive advice and counsel to clients on best practices and risk mitigation strategies.
- Develop and deliver training and presentations on employment law topics.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in employment law at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support staff.
- Maintain excellent client relationships and provide exceptional client service.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Washington State Bar in good standing.
- 3 + years of relevant experience in employment law.
- Strong understanding of federal and Washington state employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to effectively advocate for clients in various settings.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload and meet deadlines.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to professional excellence.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful legal matters.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- A commitment to work-life balance.
- The chance to live and work in the vibrant city of Seattle.
Please send your confidential resume to Spencer McAdoo at spencer.mcadoo@gogpac.com or call/text 605-705-2943 to discuss this in more detail.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
