Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

O'Hagan Meyer

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Seattle, Washington, US on site Until 9/18/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 20, 2026 Last posted July 20, 2026
Job description

Our Seattle, WA office has an opportunity for an Employment Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience to join the firm’s dynamic and sophisticated practice representing premier local and national employers. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide-range of labor & employment matters and business litigation involving cutting-edge topics and premier, interesting clients. This associate will join a diverse practice group that handles single plaintiff employment litigation, and wage & hour class action litigation, contract dispute, professional liability, and business disputes.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in civil litigation
  • This role requires legal research, drafting of pleadings motions and other documents, taking and defending depositions, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance. Experience with both state and federal courts preferred.
  • This position also requires the ability to communicate with both clients and colleagues in an effective manner.
  • This position will require some local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections and depositions.
  • Admission to the state bar of Washington is required.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid schedule.
  • Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
  • Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters.
  • Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates.
  • Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs.
  • Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.

Salary Range: $145,000 to $200,000

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

About this role

Summary

Handle labor and employment cases, research, draft pleadings, depositions, and court appearances.

Job title

Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

law

Location requirements

Seattle, WA; hybrid work allowed

Salary

$145k–$200k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil litigationlegal researchpleadingsdepositionsdiscovery

Preferred skills

federal courtsstate courtstrial experience

Specializations

civil litigationemployment lawbusiness litigationtrial preparation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Seattle, WA, USA

Hybrid City