Dorsey & Whitney
Labor & Employment Associate (958) Seattle
Labor & Employment Associate with at least 5 years of experience to join the Seattle office of Dorsey & Whitney LLP. Responsibilities Provide increasingly complex employment law advice and counsel based on experience. Manage single-plaintiff cases and play a substantial role in managing complex litigation including class actions. Recommend and collaborate with partners on case strategy and tactics. Substantial brief writing. Interview witnesses and prepare fact presentations for litigated matters. Draft discovery requests and responses to discovery requests. Take and defend depositions. Substantial trial work, as required. Proactively maintain workload and caseload; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures. Manage case dockets, dates and deadlines for client projects and legal filings. Assist with special projects and cooperate as a team member with co-workers.
Position Requirements
Licensed to practice in Washington (including Federal courts) and California (at least state courts). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly responsive and proactive. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel. Everyone is a customer. A commitment to diversity and personal practice development. Ability to think creatively and approach projects from a continuous-improvement perspective. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); knowledge of Excel is a plus. Strong attention to detail, proofreading and organizational skills. Additional minimum requirements per the job description.
Salary & Benefits
For Seattle applicants only, the salary range for this position is $275,000 - $315,000. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. The position may offer a lower billable-hours track with a proportional salary reduction. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorseys associate bonus program, subject to program conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, flexible time off, paid parental leave, holidays, adoption assistance, pre-tax reimbursement accounts, back-up care programs, wellbeing programs, transit benefits, and other programs. Some benefits may be subject to eligibility criteria. Applying & EEO
Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation-related accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in connection with the application or interview processes, or have questions about accommodations, please contact us at 612-492-5033. We are accepting applications for this position until September 30, 2025. Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions for this opening. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, or any other legally-protected status. Dorsey participates in E-Verify. About Dorsey Dorsey & Whitney LLP is a global law firm with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, serving a diverse client base including Fortune 100 companies. Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Legal Industries : Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr
Labor & Employment Associate with at least 5 years of experience to join the Seattle office of Dorsey & Whitney LLP. Responsibilities Provide increasingly complex employment law advice and counsel based on experience. Manage single-plaintiff cases and play a substantial role in managing complex litigation including class actions. Recommend and collaborate with partners on case strategy and tactics. Substantial brief writing. Interview witnesses and prepare fact presentations for litigated matters. Draft discovery requests and responses to discovery requests. Take and defend depositions. Substantial trial work, as required. Proactively maintain workload and caseload; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures. Manage case dockets, dates and deadlines for client projects and legal filings. Assist with special projects and cooperate as a team member with co-workers.
Position Requirements
Licensed to practice in Washington (including Federal courts) and California (at least state courts). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly responsive and proactive. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel. Everyone is a customer. A commitment to diversity and personal practice development. Ability to think creatively and approach projects from a continuous-improvement perspective. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); knowledge of Excel is a plus. Strong attention to detail, proofreading and organizational skills. Additional minimum requirements per the job description.
Salary & Benefits
For Seattle applicants only, the salary range for this position is $275,000 - $315,000. Pay is determined based on depth of experience in the practice area. The position may offer a lower billable-hours track with a proportional salary reduction. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorseys associate bonus program, subject to program conditions and restrictions. Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, flexible time off, paid parental leave, holidays, adoption assistance, pre-tax reimbursement accounts, back-up care programs, wellbeing programs, transit benefits, and other programs. Some benefits may be subject to eligibility criteria. Applying & EEO
Dorsey accepts online applications at https://www.dorsey.com/careers. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based accommodations, as well as menopause, pregnancy, and lactation-related accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in connection with the application or interview processes, or have questions about accommodations, please contact us at 612-492-5033. We are accepting applications for this position until September 30, 2025. Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions for this opening. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, or any other legally-protected status. Dorsey participates in E-Verify. About Dorsey Dorsey & Whitney LLP is a global law firm with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, serving a diverse client base including Fortune 100 companies. Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Legal Industries : Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr