Washington, DC | Hybrid

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$225,000 – $260,000

A premier global law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising innovative technology companies, life sciences companies, emerging growth businesses, and public companies on sophisticated employment counseling and transactional matters.

Ideal Background

• 1–3 years of labor & employment experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising employers regarding employment law compliance, workplace policies, employee relations, hiring and termination matters, and day-to-day employment counseling

• Experience drafting and negotiating executive employment agreements, separation agreements, restrictive covenant agreements, offer letters, and workplace policies

• Experience supporting the labor and employment aspects of mergers & acquisitions, private equity transactions, venture capital financings, and other corporate transactions

• Experience counseling clients regarding federal and state employment laws, including wage and hour, leave laws, discrimination, harassment, and employee classification issues

• Employment litigation experience is a plus, but not required

• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Labor & Employment practice

✅ Sophisticated counseling and transactional employment work

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent innovative technology, life sciences, and emerging growth companies

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Competitive compensation and outstanding benefits

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174