Labor & Employment Counsel Attorney (5+ years) - Workplace Investigator & Employment Law Advisor

Seyfarth Shaw LLP•Seattle, WA

13d•$305,000 - $380,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Seyfarth Shaw LLP, an international law firm with approximately 1000 attorneys, has an exciting opportunity for a highly qualified and experienced Employment Law Advisor and Workplace Investigator to join our Seattle team. This role requires a legal professional with a strong background (5+ years) in employment law, workplace investigations, and risk mitigation strategies. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on compliance, workplace policies, and proactive strategies to address employment-related challenges. This position involves handling cases independently, conducting thorough investigations, and delivering high-quality legal analyses and reports. You’ll be a member of our consistently ranked and nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice group.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in Washington state, or the ability to waive in.
Extensive knowledge of federal and Washington state employment laws and regulations.
Proven experience with day-to-day counseling on employment law issues.
Proven experience conducting workplace investigations and preparing detailed legal reports.
Strong analytical and legal research skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Proactive problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and delivering training materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing day-to-day counseling on employment law issues, workplace policies, and risk mitigation strategies.
Advise employers on compliance with federal and Washington state employment laws and regulations.
Manage cases independently from inception through resolution, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
Develop and implement proactive employment strategies tailored to client needs.
Conduct impartial and thorough investigations into workplace complaints, including harassment, fraud, compliance issues, and whistleblower claims.
Prepare detailed, accurate, and substantiated reports that include complex legal analyses.
Perform legal research on employment law and workplace investigation issues
Counsel clients on investigation processes and best practices.
Develop and present training materials related to workplace investigations to educate clients and their teams.