Seattle Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

2 weeks ago


Seattle, United States Affinity Executive Search Full time

EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION & TRADE SECRETS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Location: Seattle, WA IN-OFFICE A leading AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Employment & Trade Secrets Practice Group. This is an outstanding opportunity to represent innovative technology and life sciences companies in high-stakes employment litigation, counseling, and corporate transactions. Candidate Profile JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record Active Bar Admission in Washington, in good standing 2-3 years of substantive experience in management-side employment law litigation and counseling Experience handling cases involving restrictive covenants, trade secret disputes, and other employment-related litigation Background advising clients on terminations, leaves of absence, internal investigations, reductions in force, and employment policies Familiarity with employment issues in M&A and other corporate transactions preferred Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills Commitment to in-person collaboration in the firm's Seattle office Key Responsibilities Represent employers in employment law disputes, including trade secret and non-compete litigation Provide day-to-day counseling to fast-growing companies on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws Draft and review employment agreements, policies, and handbooks Conduct internal investigations and advise on workforce management issues Support corporate transactions by advising on employment-related matters Why Join Us? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading employment litigation and counseling practice that works at the intersection of law, innovation, and workplace culture. You will collaborate directly with founders, executives, and HR leaders at cutting-edge companies while handling some of the most challenging employment disputes in the Pacific Northwest. Our client offers the resources of a global firm with the collegiality and support of a close-knit Seattle office, fostering both professional growth and long-term career development. Compensation & Benefits Competitive Salary: $235,000 - $260,000, commensurate with experience and class year Discretionary merit bonus eligibility Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; 401(k) plan; HSA with firm contribution; FSA; back-up child care; and commuter benefits Additional Perks: Include family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg freezing), wellness reimbursements, behavioral health support, and pet insurance, among others Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Apply for this position



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