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corporate counsel

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Join Amazon's Legal Department as Senior Corporate Counsel supporting our Worldwide Operations and Robotics teams. In this role, you will collaborate with technology teams to provide legal guidance on innovative systems and robotics solutions. The position focuses on supporting product development, commercial agreements, software licensing, and intellectual property matters while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and law, helping shape the future of automation and operations.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Partner with engineering and technology teams to provide legal guidance on product development, system implementation, and robotics initiatives</li><li>Structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including technology, supply chain, licensing, and deployment contracts</li><li>Assess and advise on legal, reputational, and compliance risks related to technical architecture and program design</li><li>Provide strategic counsel on intellectual property matters and software licensing</li><li>Develop and implement practical solutions to support business objectives while ensuring legal compliance</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>10+ years of legal experience</li><li>Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent</li><li>Experience in technology and commercial transactions or businesses</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience working closely with and advising senior executives of an organization or equivalent</li><li>Experience working independently and directly with all levels of legal and business partners or equivalent</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company&rsquo;s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.</p><br>
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 201,400.00 - 272,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, NY, New York - 201,400.00 - 272,500.00 USD annually<br>
USA, VA, Arlington - 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 183,100.00 - 247,700.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Senior Corporate Counsel, NA Operations and Robotics

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
We're seeking an innovative corporate counsel to navigate the complex landscape of AI regulatory compliance and help us develop new AI technologies.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
You'll be at the forefront of defining legal frameworks for innovative AI technologies, working collaboratively to create compliance strategies that balance innovation with responsible development. Your work will be critical in guiding Amazon's AI initiatives through emerging regulatory challenges.<br>
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<ul><li>Develop comprehensive compliance strategies for Amazon's frontier AI products</li><li>Advise business leaders on novel regulatory challenges in AI development</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compliance mechanisms</li><li>Design proactive legal frameworks for emerging AI technologies</li><li>Partner with global stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and responsible innovation</li></ul><br>
A day in the life<br>
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Your day will be dynamic and intellectually stimulating, involving strategic discussions with AI researchers, product managers, global legal teams, and regulators. You'll dive deep into complex regulatory landscapes, craft innovative compliance approaches, and translate technical complexities into clear legal guidance.<br>
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About the team<br>
We are a global, collaborative legal team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of responsible AI development. Our work impacts how transformative technologies are created and deployed, making each team member a crucial architect of the future of artificial intelligence.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>2+ years of legal experience</li><li>Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent</li><li>Experience in Regulatory Law</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work</li><li>Experience in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Standards Law</li><li>Expertise in developing compliance approaches for emerging technological domains</li><li>Understanding of global regulatory environments</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.</p><br>
USA, VA, Arlington - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Associate Corporate Counsel - AI Regulatory and Compliance, Legal Artificial General Intelligence

Whatnot

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot!</b></h2><p>
Whatnot is the largest live shopping platform in North America and Europe to buy, sell, and discover the things you love. We&rsquo;re re-defining e-commerce by blending community, shopping, and entertainment into a community just for you. As a remote co-located team, we&rsquo;re inspired by innovation and anchored in our values. With hubs in the US, UK, Germany, Ireland, Poland, and Australia, we&rsquo;re building the future of online marketplaces &ndash;together.</p><p>
From fashion, beauty, and electronics to collectibles like trading cards, comic books, and even live plants, our live auctions have something for everyone.</p><p>
And we&rsquo;re just getting started! As one of the fastest growing marketplaces, we&rsquo;re looking for bold, forward-thinking problem solvers across all functional areas. Check out the latest Whatnot updates on our news and engineering blogs and join us as we enable anyone to turn their passion into a business, and bring people together through commerce.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Role</b></h2><p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Counsel to lead legal support for Whatnot&rsquo;s payments and financial services initiatives, spanning both consumer experiences and merchant/acquirer relationships.</p><p>
This role will be a key partner to our Product, Engineering, Business Development, and Risk teams, advising on the design, development, and operation of innovative payment systems. You&rsquo;ll work on everything from new payment features and financial products to large-scale partnerships with processors, card networks, and other fintech players.</p><p>
The ideal candidate has deep experience in payments and fintech regulation, a strong transactional background, and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. You&rsquo;ll help us navigate complex regulatory frameworks while enabling speed and innovation.</p><ul><li><p>
Provide strategic and practical legal advice to product, engineering, and business teams on the design and rollout of payment products, merchant services, and financial infrastructure.</p></li><li><p>
Advise on regulatory and compliance requirements, including U.S. and international payment regulations, money transmission, stored value, AML/BSA, consumer protection, and card network rules.</p></li><li><p>
Draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements with processors, acquiring banks, payment facilitators, and other financial partners.</p></li><li><p>
Partner with Compliance, Risk, and Product Operations to develop scalable policies, playbooks, and controls that support compliant and sustainable growth.</p></li><li><p>
Support expansion of payment products into new jurisdictions, assessing cross-border licensing and regulatory frameworks.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with Business Development on strategic financial partnerships and integrations.</p></li><li><p>
Stay current on developments in payments, fintech, and digital commerce regulation, and advise leadership on implications for product strategy.</p></li><li><p>
Help build the infrastructure for a world-class legal function that scales with Whatnot&rsquo;s growth.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
We offer flexibility to work from home or from one of our global office hubs, and we value in-person time for planning, problem-solving, and connection. Team members in this role must live within commuting distance of our New York City, Seattle, San Francisco, or Los Angeles hubs.</b></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
You</b></h2><p>
Curious about who thrives at Whatnot? We&rsquo;ve found that low ego, a growth mindset, and leaning into action and high impact goes a long way here. As our Corporate Counsel, you should have:</p><ul><li><p>
A <b>Juris Doctor (J.D.)</b> and active membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (CA or NY preferred).</p></li><li><p><b>
8+ years</b> of combined experience in a top law firm and/or in-house legal department, including at least 3 years advising on payments, fintech, or financial services matters.</p></li><li><p>
Deep understanding of <b>payments law and infrastructure</b>, including card network operating rules, money transmission, and merchant acquiring frameworks.</p></li><li><p>
Proven experience <b>negotiating commercial and technology agreements</b> with financial institutions, processors, or payment partners.</p></li><li><p>
Strong familiarity with <b>U.S. and international regulatory frameworks</b>, including PSD2, e-money, AML, and consumer finance regulations.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, product-driven environment, providing actionable guidance to non-legal stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communication, drafting, and interpersonal skills, with a bias toward clarity and collaboration.</p></li><li><p>
A proactive, business-minded approach and comfort with ambiguity.</p></li><li><p>
A sense of humor and humility&mdash;you take your work seriously, but not yourself.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Generous Holiday and Time off Policy</p></li><li><p>
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision</p></li><li><p>
Work From Home Support</p><ul><li><p>
Home office setup allowance</p></li><li><p>
Monthly allowance for cell phone and internet</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Care benefits</p><ul><li><p>
Monthly allowance for wellness</p></li><li><p>
Annual allowance towards Childcare</p></li><li><p>
Lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Retirement; 401k offering for Traditional and Roth accounts in the US (employer match up to 4% of base salary) and Pension plans internationally</p></li><li><p>
Monthly allowance to dogfood the app</p><ul><li><p>
All Whatnauts are expected to develop a deep understanding of our product. We're passionate about building the best user experience, and all employees are expected to use Whatnot as both a buyer and a seller as part of their job (our dogfooding budget makes this fun and easy!).</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Parental Leave</p><ul><li><p>
16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work *company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence.</p></li></ul></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
EOE</b></h2><p>
Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability status, or any other status protected by local law. We believe that our work is better and our company culture is improved when we encourage, support, and respect the different skills and experiences represented within our workforce.</p><p>
Compensation Range: $260K - $325K</p></div>

Product Counsel, Payments

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

<div><div><ul><li>Seattle, Washington</li><li>
Corporate</li><li>
Full-Time</li><li>
Hybrid</li><li>
Legal</li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><b>
Why Seyfarth</b><div><br>
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you&rsquo;ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.</div><br>
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<b>The Opportunity</b><div><br>
The Seattle office of Seyfarth Shaw LLP seeks a Corporate Attorney with 5&ndash;10 years of experience to support its rapidly growing Corporate practice. The role will primarily focus on general corporate and transactional matters, with opportunities to work across M&amp;A, financing, corporate governance, commercial contracts, and entity counseling. Learn more about our Corporate (M&amp;A) Department.</div><div></div><div><br>
This position is being added in response to sustained demand and the need for dedicated support for Seattle‑led transactions. The new hire will be a key contributor to a busy, expanding group with significant opportunities for responsibility and career development.</div><br>
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<b>The Day-To-Day</b><div><i><br>
Transactional Work</i></div><ul><li>
Lead and support M&amp;A transactions, joint ventures, commercial transactions, and financing matters.</li><li>
Draft and negotiate a wide variety of corporate documents, including operating agreements, purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and general commercial agreements.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Corporate Governance &amp; General Counseling</i></div><ul><li>
Advise clients on corporate governance issues, entity maintenance, board matters, and compliance.</li><li>
Handle formation, structuring, and restructuring of corporations, LLCs, partnerships, nonprofit corporations, and other entities.</li><li>
Provide day‑to‑day corporate counseling for emerging companies, growth‑stage businesses, and established enterprises.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Client Management &amp; Collaboration</i></div><ul><li>
Work directly with Seattle‑based partners and clients to deliver consistent, high‑quality service.</li><li>
Coordinate with attorneys across Seyfarth&rsquo;s national platform on multi‑office engagements.</li><li>
Supervise and mentor junior associates, paralegals, and case assistants.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Practice Growth</i></div><ul><li>
Contribute to business development initiatives and support expansion of the M&amp;A, financing, and corporate governance practice lines.</li><li>
Help build long‑term client relationships by ensuring responsiveness, efficiency, and continuity.</li></ul>
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<b>You Have</b><div><b><br>
Required Qualifications</b></div><ul><li>
5&ndash;10 years of corporate and transactional experience at an AmLaw firm or sophisticated boutique.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing significant portions of M&amp;A transactions and/or financing matters.</li><li>
Strong drafting, analytical, and project‑management skills.</li><li>
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high‑volume practice.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface directly with clients.</li><li>
Washington State Bar admission (or ability to waive in).</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications</b></div><ul><li>
Experience with real estate‑related corporate or financing transactions is helpful but not required.</li><li>
Familiarity with tax‑exempt organizations or nonprofit governance is a plus.</li><li>
Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.</li></ul>
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<b>What We Provide</b><div><br>
We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners.</div><br>
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<b>More About Seyfarth</b><div><br>
With approximately 1000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers</div><div><b><br>
</b></div><div><b>NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS:</b></div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.</i></b></div><div><br>
</div><div>The salary range for this role is $310,000 to $380,000. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee&rsquo;s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).</div><br>
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<b>Location Specific Language</b><div><br>
#LI-Hybrid</div><div></div><div><br>
This position is based in Seattle, WA 98104.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Corporate Attorney (5-10 years)

Google

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum qualifications:</b></h3><ul>
<li>JD, LL.B., equivalent degree, or equivalent practical experience.</li>
<li>Admitted to the bar and in good standing or otherwise authorized to practice law (e.g., have registered in-house status) in the state in which the position is located.</li>
<li>7 years of attorney-level experience in government, in-house, or at a law firm.</li>
<li>Experience advising clients on a variety of product compliance issues in a rapidly evolving environment.</li></ul><br>
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Preferred qualifications:</b></h3><ul>
<li>Experience analyzing policy/regulatory proposals and advocating business oriented positions/compliance strategies.</li>
<li>Experience working on AI related matters/products (particularly enterprise generative AI offerings).</li>
<li>Experience leading projects with clients and colleagues and directly advising the highest levels of executive leadership.</li>
<li>Understanding of AI privacy and intellectual property law.</li>
</ul><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the job</b></h2>
In this role, you will join the Cloud AI Product Counsel team, advising on a constantly evolving portfolio of enterprise products, including generative AI offerings. You will work with highly collaborative colleagues who possess top-of-the-market expertise on issues at the forefront of generative AI including regulatory/policy/privacy/security/IP issues, transactions, and more. You will need to have a significant understanding of privacy law and major AI regulations, interest in immersion in a fast-paced and intellectual environment, communication/collaboration skills, and the ability to quickly communicate the nexus of<div>
legal/business/technical issues with Product Leadership.</div>
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $239,000-$337,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.<p></p><div>
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.</div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2><ul>
<li>Advise product leadership on a constantly-evolving portfolio of enterprise level Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Generative AI (GAI) products.</li>
<li>Resolve AI policy/privacy/security/IP/regulatory issues.</li>
<li>Support commercial legal and sales teams on high-value, AI transactions.</li>
</ul></div>Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.</div>

Product Counsel, Google Cloud AI

The Federal Appeals Firm

<div><div><div><b>Position:</b> Local Counsel needed for filing cases (including pleadings, motions, and briefs) in Federal District Court. We are looking for local counsel who are admitted to practice law in the federal district courts in the following States: <b>California, Nevada, Idaho, Georgia (Southern District), Maine, Rhode Island, Delaware, Washington (State), Oregon.</b><br>
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If you are admitted to practice law in all of the federal district courts in at least one of these States, we would like you to apply.<br>
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</div><div><b>THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM&trade;,</b> is a law firm concentrating its practice in handling Social Security Disability cases at the Federal Court level. We strive for excellence in Federal Court appeals.<br>
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</div><div><b>Compensation:</b><b><br>
</b><br>
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</div><div>$250 flat fee per case in which you appear as local counsel.<br>
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</div><div><b>Qualifications/ Requirements:</b><br>
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</b><br>
<ul><li>You must be admitted to practice law in all federal district courts in your State or you must be able to become admitted in all federal district courts in your State quickly and easily.</li></ul>
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 <b>Your Obligations:</b><br>
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<ul><li>You will be required to file a notice of appearance with the Court comply with the requirements for Local Counsel as set forth in the local federal rules.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>You will not be required to perform substantive legal work on cases. You will only be acting as Local Counsel.</li></ul>
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 <b>Location:</b> Work will be remote.<br>
</div><div><b>Contact Information:</b><br>
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Konoski &amp; Partners, PC<br>
 d/b/a THE FEDERAL APPEALS FIRM&trade;<br>
 180 Tices Lane, Suite 204, Building A<br>
 East Brunswick, NJ 08816<br>
 Website: www.TheFederalAppealsFirm.com<br>
 Email: TheFederalAppealsFirm@gmail.com<br>
</div><div><b>DO NOT CALL. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL ONLY.</b><br>
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<b> We will provide you with more information upon receipt of your application / resume.</b><br>
</div><div><i>**</i><br>
<i>All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.</i></div></div></div>

LOCAL COUNSEL FOR FEDERAL COURT (WASHINGTON STATE)

Dorsey & Whitney

<div><div><div>Dorsey &amp; Whitney LLP is seeking a Labor &amp; Employment Associate with at least 5 years of experience to join the Seattle office. </div><div><br>
In this position, you will be a full-time senior-level associate in the Labor &amp; Employment Group. We work together well. You&rsquo;ll receive significant, direct client contact &ndash; often quickly becoming the client&rsquo;s first point of contact with the team. Because we work so collaboratively with clients and colleagues in our California offices, experience as an employment lawyer in California is a major plus.</div><div><br>
This is a very client-focused role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop strong client relationships and will receive credit for doing so. Many of the team&rsquo;s clients have time-urgent needs. Many have worked with the team for decades. You will know them personally, know about their businesses, and be a key first point of contact when they need legal help. You&rsquo;ll have a lot of direct client contact and provide pragmatic, clear legal advice and litigation defense. </div><div><br>
This is not a hierarchical team. Each member works together to accomplish our client&rsquo;s legal and business objectives. We view each other as teammates not as &ldquo;bosses&rdquo; and &ldquo;worker bees.&rdquo; You&rsquo;ll be expected to manage the cases and advice issues that arise. You&rsquo;ll have frequent opportunities to collaborate with partners who are not only open to your ideas and strategies, but expect you to share them. Like all legal positions, this job requires a balance between quick responsiveness and careful attention to detail. Finally, our broad practice covers everything from merger/acquisition support to handling myriad issues across the U.S. Any given day you might go from a call advising on a tricky termination in Alabama, to a non-compete issue in New York, to defending a wage class action in Los Angeles.</div><div> </div><div>Examples Of What You&rsquo;ll Be Working On: </div><ul><li>Provide increasingly complex employment law advice and counsel. Examples include:</li></ul><div> - Strategically drafting employment agreements and offer letters designed to address the client&rsquo;s business needs.<br>
 - Reviewing and drafting employee handbooks to reflect company values and recruitment and retention objectives.<br>
 - Advising on employee performance management issues to support clients&rsquo; relationships with their employees.<br>
 - Advising on difficult employee terminations.<br>
 - Managing complex ADA accommodation and complex leave questions consistent with the client&rsquo;s business objectives.<br>
 - Helping clients manage interpersonal conflict in the workplace. <br>
</div><ul><li>Manage single-plaintiff cases and play a substantial role in managing wage and hour class actions</li></ul><div> - Recommend and collaborate with partners on case strategy and tactics<br>
 - Substantial brief writing<br>
 - Interview witnesses and prepare fact presentations for litigated matters<br>
 - Draft discovery requests and responses to discovery requests<br>
 - Take and defend depositions</div><ul><li>Proactively maintain workload and caseload; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures.</li><li>Manage case dockets, dates and deadlines for client projects and legal filings.</li><li>Have fun working with great people for amazing clients!</li></ul><div></div><br>
Position Requirements: <br>
<ul><li>Licensed to practice in Washington (including Federal courts).</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly responsive and proactive.</li><li>Excellent client service skills. </li><li>Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel. Everyone is a client.</li><li>A commitment to diversity and personal practice development.</li><li>Ability to think creatively and approach projects and tasks from a continuous-improvement perspective.</li><li>Strong knowledge of main Microsoft Office products, in particular Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Knowledge of Excel is a plus.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, proofreading and organizational skills.</li><li>Additional minimum requirements per the job description.</li></ul><div> </div><div>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 individual hired for this position may have the option of electing a lower billable-hours track with a proportional reduction in salary. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey&rsquo;s associate bonus program, subject to the program&rsquo;s conditions and restrictions. <br>
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Dorsey offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, with competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Our benefits are available to attorneys working 17+ hours/week along with their dependents, including spouses and domestic partners regardless of gender. Dorsey&rsquo;s benefits package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; basic and optional life insurance; short and long-term disability; flexible time off; up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for attorneys who give birth; paid holidays; adoption assistance; healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts; back-up child and elder care program; education and college advising program; virtual tutoring; wellbeing programs and activities; mass transit program (certain offices); travel assistance program; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. Where applicable, attorneys may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or a productivity bonus, clerkship bonus, relocation expenses, and bar review expenses. First-year associates are also eligible for a salary advance and bar review stipend. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria and may result in taxable income to the recipient.)<br>
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You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.<br>
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About Dorsey<br>
Dorsey &amp; Whitney is a global law firm with over 650 lawyers across 22 offices in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We provide strategic legal counsel to companies worldwide across a diverse range of industries, including banking &amp; financial institutions; development &amp; infrastructure; energy &amp; natural resources; food, beverage &amp; agribusiness; healthcare &amp; life sciences; and technology.<br>
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Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey &amp; Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey&rsquo;s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies. <br>
Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success: <br>
<ul><li>Banking and Financial Institutions</li><li>Development and Infrastructure</li><li>Energy &amp; Natural Resources</li><li>Food, Beverage &amp; Agribusiness</li><li>Healthcare</li><li>Technology</li></ul><br>
Among Dorsey&rsquo;s many distinguished alumni are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser, Minnesota&rsquo;s first woman judge Betty Washburn, former U.S. Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Zachary Carter, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work. <br>
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One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:<br>
<ul><li>Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)</li><li>Best Law Firms for Women (Seramount)</li><li>100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)</li><li>Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption) </li></ul><br>
How to Apply<br>
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 reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation in connection with the application or interview processes, or you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5033.<br>
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<i>Search firms: </i><i>click here</i><i> to submit candidates for consideration through our search firm portal. Please email recruiting@dorsey.com if you need login information for the search firm portal.</i></div><div><i> </i></div><div>We are accepting applications for this position until June 30, 2026, or until the position has been filled. <br>
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